Barcelona set sights on 25-year-old Ligue 1 winger – report
Barcelona are looking out for a brand new winger in the summertime switch window, with the membership eager on strengthening the left flank earlier than subsequent season begins.
Names like Luis Diaz and Rafael Leao have been highlighted as targets whereas the Catalans haven’t forgotten about final yr’s precedence goal Nico Williams both.
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Now, it seems that one other title has emerged as a attainable candidate to strengthen the attacking unit at Barcelona.
Edon Zhegrova on Barcelona’s radar
Certainly, in response to reviews relayed by , Barcelona and Napoli have set their sights on Lille winger Edon Zhegrova, who is about to go away the French membership in the summertime.
Zhegrova has knowledgeable Lille that he gained’t renew his contract, which runs till 2026, which means the membership will look to promote him now reasonably than danger dropping him without cost subsequent yr.
Zhegrova is a talented dribbler and a objective risk and has been one of many revelations of the season. He delivered a stellar efficiency in opposition to Actual Madrid within the Champions League and was additionally instrumental in Lille’s victory over Atletico Madrid, scoring an excellent objective.
Edon Zhegrova on Barcelona’s radars. (Picture by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Photos)
The 25-year-old primarily performs on the appropriate wing, however his versatility permits him to function on the left as nicely.
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Barça scouts have been carefully monitoring Lille this season with gamers like Jonathan David and Lucas Chevalier additionally on their agenda. It has allowed them to maintain shut tabs on Zhegrova as nicely.
Napoli, available in the market for a alternative for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, have already met together with his brokers, whereas Barça has but to make a transfer.
Zhegrova has overtly expressed his admiration for Barcelona prior to now, even stating his want to put on the Blaugrana jersey at some point.
Lille signed Zhegrova in 2021 for round €7 million and hopes to promote him for over €30 million this summer time. Whereas Premier League golf equipment have proven curiosity, the winger prefers a transfer to Spain or Italy.
