Report – Milan Rekindle Interest in Barcelona Winger
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Serie A giants Milan have reportedly reignited their interest in out-of-favor Barcelona winger Roony Bardghji. According to Calciomercato, the Rossoneri could soon open talks with the Blaugrana over the diminutive forward’s switch to Serie A.
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Milan could make a fresh attempt to sign Bardghji if they sell Rafael Leao, which more and more looks like an unavoidable scenario. Despite failing to generate tangible offers from Europe’s top-five leagues, the Portuguese winger could be on his way out, with Fenerbahce determined to lure him to Istanbul.
Talks between the clubs have been underway for quite some time, but there’s still some distance between the Turks’ proposal and Milan’s asking price. Nevertheless, Leao’s career at the San Siro appears to be dead in the water. His exit would undoubtedly prompt the club to sign a new winger.
Our take on Milan & Bardghji
Milan were interested in Bardghji last summer, only for Barcelona to land the 20-year-old in a €2 million deal. The Swedish forward, who arrived from Copenhagen, has signed a four-year contract, but his first season at Camp Nou didn’t go to plan.
It was barely surprising, given the fierce competition for places within Hansi Flick’s squad. Therefore, the reigning La Liga champions are reportedly open to letting the player leave on loan this summer. Moreover, they may even agree to include a buy-out clause, something Milan would probably welcome with open arms.
However, there’s a catch. Barcelona value Bardghji at around €50m. There’s no chance the Rossoneri will meet those demands.