DBasia.news – Several big European teams are reportedly looking to bring in Barcelona midfielder Gavi. Previously, Liverpool were interested in signing the international player. But recently even Manchester City took part in the hunt for Gavi.
Gavi, who is only 17 years old, is enjoying an uphill career development at Barcelona. He made 47 appearances for Xavi Hernandez’s team.
However, Gavi’s contract will expire in the 2022-2023 season. Barca’s efforts to extend the midfielder’s tenure has not shown any result.
According to reports, Gavi wants to earn £77 thousand per week. However, Barca’s highest offer is only £33 thousand per week. Apart from the salary, the process is in place because Gavi is aware there are many European giants who want him.
Sport reports that Liverpool are willing to pay the player’s release clause of £43 million. In addition, the Reds also offered a higher salary than Barcelona’s.
However, Liverpool’s efforts were interrupted by Manchester City. The Citizens does not mind meeting the request for a salary of £77,000 pounds per week that Gavi wants. In addition, Man City also relied on Pep Guardiola to persuade Gavi to join armed with his big name at Barcelona.
Now, Barcelona are on the brink. Barca are at risk of losing their young star who is being targeted by Liverpool and Manchester City. However, on the other hand Barca are also having difficulty raising offers as they are experiencing financial problems.