DBasia.news – Barcelona made a surprise move in the transfer market. According to The Sun, the Blaugrana are looking for veteran Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic.
Barcelona need new players in the midfield sector. Barca want to find a replacement for Sergio Busquets whose contract expires next season. Moreover, the process of extending Sergi Roberto’s contract has not yet come to light.
Previously, Barca’s choice fell to Georginio Wijnaldum. However, after not extending his contract with Liverpool, Wijnaldum chose to go to Paris Saint-Germain. Barca are difficult to compete because of financial problems.
Now, the mission to bring in a new midfielder is not over. Reportedly, Barca are monitoring Nemanja Matic whose contract will expire in June 2023. Matic’s experience and abilities are believed to be useful for Barca.
With the age of Matic who has reached 33 years, Barcelona does not want to spend too much money. Barca are hoping to secure the midfielder for under 10 million pounds.
Meanwhile, Nemanja Matic’s position in the middle sector of Manchester United began to shift. Initially, when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over the Red Devils, Matic was still the first choice.
However, lately, Matic’s playing minutes have decreased drastically. Solskjaer believes more in Scott McTominay, Fred, and Paul Pogba to operate at the midfield post. If conditions do not change, Matic is predicted to open the door for Barcelona.
Furthermore, it is estimated that Barcelona will only make an offer in the summer transfer market next year. Barca also need to be prepared to spend a lot of money because Matic is currently earning £140,000 per week at Manchester United.