FC Barcelona will take a big thorn out of their feet in the coming hours. Since Ilaix Moriba’s desire not to extend his lease with the Blaugranas, relations have become significantly strained between all parties. Barça management had even threatened its nugget to spend the season in the stands if the situation did not change before midnight August 31.
An unthinkable scenario for the midfielder and his entourage who are busy finding a way out before the end of the transfer window. Recently, RB Leipzig have come forward, and have even sealed a contractual agreement with the main protagonist. Problem, the German formation does not want to spend more than eight million euros to buy the last year of Moriba’s contract.
Ilaix Moriba ready to listen to Tottenham
In recent hours, another club has officially entered the dance: Tottenham. Indeed, the Spurs are seduced by the profile of the native of Conakry which would bring obvious added value to the team led by Nuno Espirito Santo. This Saturday, the daily Sport confirms England’s intentions for the player, and a meeting between the two sides would be scheduled. At the same time, the Blaugranas and the London club have reportedly sealed an agreement for a transfer estimated at 15 million euros plus bonus.
Everything will therefore be decided in the coming hours in this case and if the English leaders succeed in convincing Moriba, the operation could be finalized quickly. A happy ending that would satisfy FC Barcelona and its finances in particular. A departure to Tottenham would also end a conflict between Barca and their gem that was seriously stretching in time. A happy ending as the usual expression in England wants …
