The search for a new right-back has been an ongoing endeavor for Barcelona as they strive to strengthen their squad. The position remains crucial in their style of play, requiring a player who can provide defensive solidity while also contributing to the team’s attacking play.
The search for a new right-back entails careful scouting, negotiations, and considerations of the club’s financial situation. As such, most top-rated options become unfeasible for the Catalans given their economic restrictions.
One option that they have indeed kept an eye on for quite some time now has been that of Real Valladolid fullback Ivan Fresneda. The 18-year-old born in Madrid was one of the spotlights of Valladolid’s La Liga campaign last season before they eventually ended up getting relegated to the Segunda Division.
As per the latest update by SPORT on the ongoing operation for Fresneda, the Spanish outlet highlights the findings of Jijantes FC, who have confirmed through images that new Barcelona Sporting Director Deco was seen having a meeting over lunch with one of the player’s representatives, Raul Verdu.
Marking obvious advancements in negotiations, it seems that Barcelona will now be looking to take great strides in their hopeful quest to bring in Fresneda.
The Spaniard’s release clause also took a hit as it fell from a speculated value of €40 million down to €20 million due to Valladolid getting relegated, something that indeed entices Barcelona.
As the Catalans will now look to negotiate a transfer fee lower than the current release clause, they must act swiftly and accordingly knowing fully well that there are other interested clubs willing to pay more for the 18-year-old than Barcelona.
