FC Barcelona is gearing up for another challenging summer in the transfer market. The incoming and outgoing transfers must be carefully planned to help the club achieve its goals of improving competitiveness. It’s going to be tough because in 2024, all clubs have access to similar information about promising players. As reported by MD, one of the key positions the club is looking to reinforce is the midfield, with a focus on a physical profile that aligns with the modern evolution of football while maintaining the club’s style.
While there are players who fit the bill from a sporting perspective, they often come with the challenge of belonging to financially strong clubs and attracting interest from other top teams, like Manchester City.
According to As, Manchester City is eyeing Bruno Guimaraes, a 26-year-old Brazilian midfielder who has been performing well at Newcastle. His contract, which runs until 2028, reportedly includes a release clause of 115 million euros. Apart from City, other Premier League clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United are also considering Guimaraes as a potential target due to his impressive stats of 3 goals and 7 assists.
City is looking to provide additional support to their midfield anchor, Rodri. Some of the names being considered align more with Barcelona’s preferences, such as German midfielder Joshua Kimmich, who is currently being discussed at Bayern Munich.
As per As, City has already reached out to Guimaraes’ representatives to kickstart the signing process. It’s rumored that the 115 million euros could be paid in three installments.
This content has been translated and adapted from the Spanish version of the digital newspaper
