Wijnaldum rumors return, Koeman set to meet Laporta

May 26,2021

Both Barcelona and Bayern Munich are targeting Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum who will leave Anfield as a free agent in June when his contract expires.

There was a meeting between Barca and Wijnaldum’s agents

Barcelona have not ruled out signing Wijnaldum after meeting with the midfielder’s agents last week. Ronald Koeman likes the Dutchman but Barca would rather sign a younger player.

Ronald Koeman and Joan Laporta will meet on Tuesday to discuss the future of the Barcelona coach. The president wants to make a decision in the next seven days.

Argentine sporting director Hugo Tocalli has fuelled speculation about Sergio Aguero’s future by explaining just how close he is to Barcelona captain Lionel Messi.

Barcelona and Neymar are ready to put an end to their differences. The two parties have agreed that the club will let Neymar off €16.7m he owes, if he stops claiming for €47.15m.

Memphis Depay still wants to join Barcelona but may decide to move elsewhere if coach Ronald Koeman is sacked this summer.

Premier League Southampton have been in touch with Barcelona to check on Junior Firpo’s availability. The Saints could face competition from some Serie A teams.