Barcelona close the deal for a world class forward for an absolute bargain
Barcelona close the deal for a world-class forward for an absolute bargain
The past few days have been quite stressful for Barcelona fans. The Lionel Messi transfer saga has finally come to an end and the player will continue for another season. The transfer saga was definitely a terrifying one as many expected that Leo Messi would leave the club, however, the fans are set to witness Messi’s magical performance for just one more season.
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Apart from the Messi transfer saga, Luis Suarez’s future has been highly uncertain. It has now been reported by several trust worthy sources that the former Liverpool striker has agreed to personal terms with Juventus and is willing to join them this summer.
With Suarez most likely to vacate the club in the coming few weeks, Ronald Koeman has the backup signing ready.
Depay of Lyon will be the replacement for Luis Suarez
Although Depay and Suarez share two opposite styles of play, however, the former Manchester United forward can play as a left-winger, centre-forward, secondary-striker, and false nine.
According to reports, Barca has closed the deal with Lyon for just 25 million euros for Memphis Depay. It seems like a bargain given the player’s quality and at the age of 26, the Dutch forward has several more years to grow as a footballer.
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Lautaro Martinez has been the player that was linked with Barca for the longest, however, the 90 million euros price tag may have been the reason why the club has opted for Depay who is a much cheaper alternative.