Barcelona Nears Deal for Top Centre-Back
Barcelona Eyeing Jonathan Tah for Next Season
Barcelona is emerging as a top contender to secure the services of Bayer Leverkusen’s talented defender, Jonathan Tah, for the upcoming season. Despite ongoing negotiations for a new contract with Ronald Araujo, Barcelona remains determined to pursue Tah’s signing. Araujo’s current contract is set to expire in 2026, prompting the club to prioritize securing his future before the season’s end.
Deco Sees Araujo as Key Player Alongside Tah
Sporting Director Deco views Araujo as a crucial asset for Barcelona, alongside Tah, in the upcoming season. The strategic plan includes having Tah, Araujo, Pau Cubarsi, and Inigo Martinez form the defensive core of the squad. Previous speculations suggested that Tah might replace Araujo, but the latest developments indicate a different scenario.
Jonathan David’s potential signing appears to be slipping away. Tottenham Hotspur have made him a significant offer, and while he’s open to waiting for now, his patience won’t last indefinitely. @sport
— barcacentre (@barcacentre) December 10, 2024
Eric Garcia and Andreas Christensen’s Future Uncertain
However, the future of Eric Garcia and Andreas Christensen at Barcelona remains uncertain, as they may face potential exits if deals are sealed for Tah and Araujo. Reports suggest that a deal with Tah is on the verge of completion, with manager Hansi Flick backing the move. Tah’s willingness to make financial concessions and accept a lower offer than Bayern Munich’s proposal has tipped the scales in Barcelona’s favor.
Barcelona President’s Strong Relationship with Tah’s Agent
Tah, who has attracted interest from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in recent months, is represented by agent Pini Zahavi. Barcelona President Joan Laporta’s strong relationship with Zahavi has positioned the Catalan club as the frontrunners for Tah’s signature. Zahavi previously facilitated the deal between Bayern Munich and Barcelona for Robert Lewandowski, further strengthening Barcelona’s chances of securing Tah for the upcoming season.
