The various regions of South America have a storied history with Barcelona. The Catalan club has been the home of many Brazilian and Argentine greats over the decades, with Lionel Messi, Neymar, Diego Maradona, and Ronaldinho only being a few of those names.
Typically, the continent of South America is well-known for producing talents by the dozen. Crafted in the streets of various famous districts of their respective countries, these players often develop a keen love for the game and its technicality at a very young age.
And hence, brought up from the streets of Taubate in Sao Paulo, comes forth a player that Barcelona has developed a particularly keen fondness for. 18-year-old Corinthians midfielder Gabriel Moscardo is now among those that are most cherished by La Blaugrana.
Corinthians already informed
So much so that, as reported by Spanish outlet SPORT, Barcelona have already made their advance and informed Corinthians of their interest in their 18-year-old pivot. Both the player and the position are something Barcelona wish to have locked in for years to come.
The asking price
The young Brazilian gem is highly sought out across Europe and has even had Premier League outfit Chelsea make their advance for him. However, their final offer of €21 million fixed alongside €4 million in variables ended up being just short of what Corinthians were reportedly willing to let Moscardo leave for; €30 million.
The Deco factor
However, the player is one that the new Barcelona Sporting Director Deco is particularly fond of. Having worked as a specialist in the Brazilian market himself, Deco could end up being the key for Barcelona to strike a deal with Corinthians for the promising young star.
Known for his mature understanding of the game, great individual character as well as his undeniable technical expertise on the ball, Moscardo also reportedly fits the profile of a Barcelona player like a glove. Moreover, his signing would be one that helps Barcelona reinforce a pivot position that only has Oriol Romeu as its natural occupant at the club.
