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Barcelona battle Manchester United for €5 million-rated South American teenage forward
TL;DR
Barcelona and Manchester United are competing to sign a South American teenage forward valued at €5 million. The clubs are exploring options due to financial constraints and Atletico Madrid's reluctance to sell their priority target, Julian Alvarez.
Key points
- Barcelona is looking for a new forward.
- Manchester United is also interested in the same player.
- The player is valued at €5 million.
- Julian Alvarez is Barcelona's priority target.
- Financial constraints are influencing Barcelona's transfer strategy.
Julian AlvarezBarcelonaManchester UnitedAtletico Madrid
Barcelona battle Manchester United for €5 million-rated South American teenage forward
FC Barcelona continue to scan the transfer market in search of a reliable forward to lead their attacking unit for the present and the future.
It is widely known that the club’s sporting department greatly admires Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, who is seen as the priority target this summer.
However, with finances likely to be an issue as well as Atleti’s reluctance to sell, the Blaugrana are exploring other, more cost-effective options as alternatives.
In this context, one of South America’s brightest prospects has emerged on the club’s radar, albeit as a player for the future.
Barcelona eye Juan Riquelme Angulo
Indeed, according to journalist Ben Jacons on United We Stand (h/t SPORT), Barcelona have set their sights on Juan Riquelme Angulo, the latest talent developed by Independiente del Valle.
Having just turned 18 in January, which makes him eligible to play in Europe, Angulo is considered one of the most promising young strikers in world football.
Manchester United are also monitoring the Ecuadorian striker, but Barcelona believe they are currently in a stronger position to secure his signature.
Q&A
Which clubs are interested in the €5 million-rated South American forward?
Barcelona and Manchester United are both interested in signing the forward.
Why is Barcelona looking for a new forward?
Barcelona is searching for a reliable forward to strengthen their attacking unit amid financial constraints.
Who is Barcelona's priority target for the forward position?
Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid is seen as Barcelona's priority target for the forward position.