Barcelona offered chance to sign midfielder at cut-price

La Liga giants Barcelona have been offered the signing of a key member of AS Roma’s midfield ranks.

It depends Sports Journalwho point to Leandro Paredes as the player in question.

It is of course common knowledge in the football world that Barcelona’s directors have identified the club’s midfield base as their priority area of ​​reinforcement for next season.

In turn, numerous agents and clubs from across the continent have reportedly contacted Deco and his team.

And the latest, according to Sport, were the entourage of the aforementioned Paredes.

The Argentinian international Paredes has just finished the season in impressive fashion in Serie A, with AS Roma.

Aware of FC Barcelona’s previous interest in his services, as well as the delicate financial situation at the Camp Nou at the moment, the 30-year-old’s representatives have therefore made contact with the Blaugrana, regarding a possible summer transfer.

Paredes’ contract with Roma expires in 12 months, meaning he would likely be available for a cut-price deal.

In their response, however, Barça made it clear that they are currently focusing on other midfield profiles.

Conor Laird | GSFN