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- Madrid-based Diario AS believe the Catalans have enough midfielders within their ranks.
- Instead, Barca prioritize signing a centre-forward to replace Suarez, as per the same source.
- Secondly, they could look for a centre-back if Umtiti fails to reinvent himself.
Madrid-based Diario AS shed light on Barcelona’s transfer plans for the 2020/2021 campaign. Various names are linked with the Catalan giants, including Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz. Rumour has it, the Spaniard may trigger a bidding war between Barca and Real Madrid.
However, AS deny these claims. They believe Ruiz is no longer a priority signing because Barca are already overbooked in the midfield. That’s true as the current campaign is highlighted by the heated competition between Frenkie de Jong, Arthur, Sergio Busquets, Ivan Rakitic and Arturo Vidal.
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Who are Barca priority signings, then? AS don’t reveal any names but outline the particular areas the Catalans reportedly target to strengthen:
A centre-forward to replace Luis Suarez. The potential candidates include €200m-rated Kylian Mbappe and PSV revelation Donyell Malen.
A centre-back if Samuel Umtiti fails to return to his best shape. The Frenchman hasn’t made a single Barca appearance in the last five months because of knee and metatarsal issues.
Which area is the most problematic? Do you agree that Fabian Ruiz is no longer a priority signing? Also, have a look at his best moments at Napoli:
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