Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Catalans preparing Jeremie Frimpong offer, club eyeing Hull City ace, and more - June 26, 2024
Barcelona are trying to improve their squad ahead of the 2023/24 campaign. Hansi Flick was handed the responsibilities of the first team last month, and the German manager is expected to make a few changes to his team.
Meanwhile, the Catalan side are planning to move for Jeremie Frimpong this summer. Elsewhere, the La Liga giants are interested in a Hull City winger.
On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer news from June 26, 2024.
Barcelona preparing Jeremie Frimpong offer
Barcelona are preparing their opening offer for Jeremie Frimpong, according to SPORT. The Dutch right-back was in explosive form for Bayer Leverkusen in the 2023/24 campaign, scoring 14 goals and setting up 12 more from 47 games across competitions.
His efforts were key to the club's Bundesliga triumph and earned him admirers at Camp Nou. New manager Hansi Flick has set his sights on the 23-year-old this summer as he looks to add a new right-back to his kitty.
Joao Cancelo was utilized in the position in the recently concluded campaign and did an admirable job. However, he is back at Manchester City at the end of his loan deal. While the player could return for a second spell at Camp Nou, his future remains uncertain.
Flick wants to address the situation by roping in Frimpong. The Dutchman reportedly has a €40m release clause in his deal, which makes him an affordable option for clubs this summer.
However, the Catalans are under financial difficulties and are hoping to get a deal done for cheap. The La Liga giants are willing to offer €30m upfront, with €5m in add-ons. However, they will not include Ansu Fati in the deal as Flick wants to assess the player in pre-season.
Catalans eyeing Jaden Philogene
Barcelona have set their sights on Jaden Philogene, according to journalist Alberto Martinez. The 22-year-old rose through the ranks at Aston Villa and moved to Hull City last summer.
Philogene enjoyed an impressive debut campaign at the MKM Stadium, scoring 12 goals and setting up six more from 33 games. A right-footed forward who likes operating from the left-wing, the Englishman has caught the attention of the Blaugrana, who want him this summer.
The La Liga giants are looking to add more bite to their attack before the start of the new season. Hansi Flick has identified Nico Williams as an option and the club are pushing for his services.
However, should a move fail to materialize, Philogene has been identified as an alternative. Barcelona have already reached out to the Championship side to discuss a loan deal with an option to buy. The player is under contract with Hull City until 2026.
Barcelona submit player-plus-cash offer for Nico Williams
Barcelona have submitted a player-plus-cash offer for Nico Williams, according to SPORT. The Spanish forward is apparently a priority target for the La Liga giants, but his release clause, reportedly of around £58m, is posing a problem.
The Catalans have now attempted to bring down Williams' asking price by including Inigo Martinez in the deal. They will also offer €40m in addition to the Spanish defender, to be paid in instalments.
The 21-year-old enjoyed a superb 2023/24 campaign with Athletic Bilbao, scoring eight goals and setting up 19 more from 37 games. He has continued his impressive form with La Roja at the Euros and has already caught the imagination of clubs across the continent.
Recent reports have suggested that Arsenal and Chelsea have their eyes on the Spaniard and could be willing to trigger his release clause. As such, Athletic Bilbao may not be enticed by Barcelona's offer.