VAR(–contrast-2);”>Barcelona had targeted the left wing position as one of their priorities last summer, but despite determination, failed to bring in a standout winger . The latest statement from the Catalan giants is that this remains their top target for next summer.
Although the idea of bringing in a top striker to replace Robert Lewandowski seems too difficult for the Blaugrana next summer. Therefore, the positions they are targeting are the left full-back and the two full-back positions. They feel they need a specialist winger despite Raphinha’s impressive performances this season.
International observation: Pau Cubarsí, Marc Casadó and Pedri González start for Spain in the Nations League game against Switzerland. Dani Olmo sits on the bench. Kick-off in 80 minutes.
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Therefore, Williams, for example, remains the favorite for this place . The Basque winger has decided to stay in Bilbao this season but Barcelona intend to replace him if he does not renew his contract at Athletic. His release clause this season is 65 million euros. Williams would earn 9-10 million euros per season.
Now a Napoli winger is currently in contract negotiations with his club and is ready to leave the club next summer. He wants a contract worth between €4m and €5m per year, while Napoli’s asking price is reportedly €80m. Rafael Leao has also been linked with the Blaugrana, but a move for the Portuguese is described as ‘unlikely’.
If Barcelona were to pay these prices, a five-year contract for Williams would cost a total of €110-115 million over time. On the other hand, Kvaratskhelia would theoretically cost them 100 to 105 million euros over the same period. Depending on the contract structure Napoli would demand, upfront costs could also be a deciding factor, as Barcelona are currently still well over their salary cap.
