According to the All Market Network, Barcelona has been in contact with Flavio van Horn’s team in recent weeks and is interested in Lukman.
Whether now or in the future, Barcelona hopes to bring in a significant new signing from Serie A, capable of scoring goals, providing assists, and delivering high-level performances. Considering that Niko Williamson, their previous top target, has chosen to renew his contract with Athletic Bilbao, such a move is not only technically necessary for Barcelona but also boosts morale.
However, the path to acquiring this player for Barcelona is not easy. Juventus views Idrissa as an untradeable asset, and it’s quite challenging to poach Leo from Milan, where Gianluigi Donnarumma is considered a core player by Marcello Lippi. Despite both Idrissa and Leo’s agents being Mendes, who has a close relationship with Barcelona’s director of football, Deco, there have been multiple contacts between them. However, at present, Idrissa and Leo seem more like “dream targets”.
In contrast, the situation with Lukman and Van Horn is more manageable. Barcelona has been in touch with Van Horn’s team in recent weeks, and if he were to sign with Juventus, it would be a highly attractive opportunity. Lukman’s negotiations are more active, and he has never concealed his desire to further his career. Deco and Barcelona’s recruitment team have long admired him.
However, Lukman and Ter Stegen share the same agent, which is somewhat delicate. Ter Stegen’s relationship with Barcelona is somewhat strained, and with Atalanta valuing Lukman at 50 million euros, these factors could add complexity to the deal.
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