Barcelona set sights on 25-year-old Ligue 1 winger – report

Barcelona are looking out for a brand new winger in the summertime switch window, with the membership eager on strengthening the left flank earlier than subsequent season begins.

Names like Luis Diaz and Rafael Leao have been highlighted as targets whereas the Catalans haven’t forgotten about final yr’s precedence goal Nico Williams both.

Now, it seems that one other title has emerged as a potential candidate to strengthen the attacking unit at Barcelona.

Edon Zhegrova on Barcelona’s radar

Certainly, based on studies relayed by SPORT, Barcelona and Napoli have set their sights on Lille winger Edon Zhegrova, who is about to depart the French membership in the summertime.

Zhegrova has knowledgeable Lille that he gained’t renew his contract, which runs till 2026, that means the membership will look to promote him now reasonably than threat dropping him at no cost subsequent yr.

Zhegrova is a talented dribbler and a purpose risk and has been one of many revelations of the season. He delivered a stellar efficiency in opposition to Actual Madrid within the Champions League and was additionally instrumental in Lille’s victory over Atletico Madrid, scoring a superb purpose.

Edon Zhegrova on Barcelona’s radars. (Photograph by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Photographs)

The 25-year-old primarily performs on the correct wing, however his versatility permits him to function on the left as effectively.

Barça scouts have been carefully monitoring Lille this season with gamers like Jonathan David and Lucas Chevalier additionally on their agenda. It has allowed them to maintain shut tabs on Zhegrova as effectively.

Napoli, available in the market for a substitute for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, have already met together with his brokers, whereas Barça has but to make a transfer.

Zhegrova has brazenly expressed his admiration for Barcelona up to now, even stating his want to put on the Blaugrana jersey someday.

Lille signed Zhegrova in 2021 for round €7 million and hopes to promote him for over €30 million this summer time. Whereas Premier League golf equipment have proven curiosity, the winger prefers a transfer to Spain or Italy.