Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Catalans eyeing Monaco duo, Arsenal offer €42m for Jules Kounde, and more - September 19, 2024
Barcelona travel to Stade Louis II on Thursday, September 19, to face Monaco in the Champions League group stage. Hansi Flick's team arrive at the game on a flawless run, having picked up five wins on the trot so far.
Meanwhile, the Catalans are interested in a full-back duo who play for Monaco. Elsewhere, Arsenal are ready to offer €42m for Jules Kounde.
On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer stories from September 19, 2024.
Barcelona eyeing Vanderson and Caio Henrique
Barcelona will monitor Vanderson and Caio Henrique when they lock horns with AS Monaco on Thursday in the Champions League, according to SPORT. The Catalans are looking to reinforce fullback positions after missing out on Joao Cancelo this summer.
With Marcos Alonso also leaving Camp Nou this year, there's an urgent need for reinforcements at left back as well as right back. The Monaco duo have been identified as options for the role.
Vanderson is a modern right back whose attacking adventure bodes very well with Barcelona's tactics. The 24-year-old has been previously linked with a move to Camp Nou and a transfer could materialise next summer.
Meanwhile, Henrique can operate in central defense as well as in midfield, and his versatility will also suit Hansi Flick. The 27-year-old could also be a fine cover for Alejandro Balde in the squad.
The La Liga giants will have a great change to scout the Brazilian duo when they lock horns with Monaco on Thursday. Interestingly, the two players share the same agent, which could also help in negotiations. The Catalans have previously tried to sign Vanderson and Henrique without success but will be hoping for better luck in 2025.
Arsenal offer €42m for Jules Kounde
Arsenal are eager to take Jules Kounde to the Emirates next year, according to Football 365. The French defender has been in the thick of things with Barcelona in recent times, although he has largely had to operate in the right-back role.
He has been indispensable under Hansi Flick this season, playing every minute of every game. The Gunners are pleased with his efforts and want him at the Emirates.
Mikel Arteta has invested heavily in his squad in recent transfer windows but believes his team are a little short at right back. Kounde has been identified as the ideal candidate for the job, and the north London side are ready to offer €42m to prise him away.
The La Liga giants consider the Frenchman as an integral part of their plans and would ideally like him to stay. However, Barcelona's financial woes are well documented and they could be tempted by Arsenal's offer.
Catalans confident of Pedri renewal, says Fabrizio Romano
Barcelona remain confident of extending Pedri's stay at Camp Nou, according to acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano. The Spanish midfielder has been at his scintillating best under Hansi Flick this season, helping the Catalans pick up five wins in five games.
The La Liga giants are pleased with his efforts and are determined to keep him at the club for as long as possible. The 21-year-old's contract at Camp Nou expires in 2026, but Barcelona have already initiated discussions regarding a new deal.
Initial talks have been promising and there's a confidence that the player will commit his future to the club. Pedri has transformed into a world class talent in the last four years and remains one of the Catalans' most important players.