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Barcelona is said to be in critical condition interest Attacker Jamal Musiala at Bayern Munich, with hopes of reuniting the rising superstar with a laugher flick in Catalonia.
Musiala was handed his senior Bayern debut as a 17-year-old by Flick in 2020 and later played under the coach at international level with Germany.
Barcelona are hoping to re-establish themselves in the transfer market once again, after returning to 1:1 spending rules after years marred by financial mismanagement.
Another winger or inside forward to complement Lamin Yamal is a key objective and has been described by Musiala. Sport As a “very popular” choice in the club’s sporting hierarchy. It is claimed that he has a pre-existing soft spot for Barcelona due to watching Lionel Messi growing up.
There is an agreement with Musiala Bayern Until 2026 and is believed to be in talks over a new deal with the Bundesliga giants. However, it has previously been reported that he is seeking a non-restricted release clause as part of that, potentially facilitating a future move.
A figure of €175m (£146m) has been quoted and is well short of the €222m world record. What is the same amount? Barcelona Philippe Coutinho was paid for but Musiala, 21, should be seen as a long-term investment given his potential to be a key player for a decade or more.
Manchester City are heavily linked With the Germany international for similar reasons, as part of their own rebuilding project. Which has already started.
Sport Adds that Barcelona will have no problem committing to a big transfer fee thanks to the club’s lucrative renewal of partnership with Nike. But ensuring that their wage bill remains affordable and under control will still be a concern.
In that context, offloading high earners like Frankie de Jong is still important, although club officials believe the Dutchman wants to see out his contract to continue collecting a pay packet. Leaving as a free agent could also net him a huge signing bonus from his next club.
Barcelona are threatening any player with a contract until 2026 who doesn’t renew with the prospect of being forced to sit out next season.
