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As reported by the Spanish newspaper AS, Barcelona’s sporting director Deco met with the representatives of the players’ agency managing Chelsea striker Joao Pedro’s work in London last Thursday, where the possibility of the Brazilian striker moving to Barcelona was discussed.
He explained that the 24-year-old is open to the idea of wearing a Barcelona shirt next season, but a deal seems very complicated.
He noted that the economic crisis Barcelona are suffering from is not the only obstacle, as Chelsea appear unwilling to part with the player just one year after joining him from Brighton for €65m, when his current market value is €75m.
The Spanish newspaper notes that “Barcelona” will follow the seriousness of Deco’s moves in this file, especially considering the expected changes in “Chelsea” with the arrival of Xabi Alonso.
AS confirmed that if the Spanish coach considers Joao Pedro to be an important element of his project, Barcelona’s mission will become more complicated, but if he chooses not to keep players who do not want to continue, given his past at Real, it could open the door for the player to leave.
The Spanish publication explained that Joao Pedro also fits the criteria Deco is looking for, as he stands out without having an exaggerated ‘ego’, scoring 20 goals and providing nine assists this season, in addition to his great teamwork, ability to play with both feet and his excellence in aerial balls.
The player also has the tactical flexibility that allows him to move laterally and repeat high physical efforts, an important element in creating defensive pressure and offensive spaces, always being careful to provide passing solutions or spaces for Amin Yamal.
AS concluded by emphasizing that Thursday’s face-to-face meeting in London was the first step in the file, while the future of the deal depends on the developments in the negotiations in the coming period.
