Barcelona is diligently working to enhance its squad for the upcoming summer transfer market, but it faces a hurdle as some players aspire to join Real Madrid. The allure of Real Madrid’s project, driven by Florentino Perez’s strategic planning, has captivated top talents worldwide, making the prospect of playing at the Bernabeu appealing.
As reported by the Spanish newspaper Defensa Central, Barcelona is interested in acquiring Dutch right-back Jeremy Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen. However, Frimpong is reportedly waiting for an offer from Real Madrid, raising concerns for Barcelona and their coach Hansi Flick, who is eager to secure his signing.
Despite this, Barcelona is closely monitoring Frimpong’s situation, hoping that Real Madrid will opt for another player, which would allow them to negotiate with the Dutchman.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid is keen on signing Alexander Arnold, whose contract runs until June 30, 2025. If he doesn’t renew, his transfer could present an attractive opportunity, especially as he would join the team at 26.
Real Madrid has a clear philosophy: they aim to sign players who genuinely want to be part of their project. As a result, the club will not engage in bidding wars with others. If Arnold wishes to join the Merengue, he must prioritize their offer, turning down any competing bids and refusing to extend his current contract.