Today, Argentine outlet TyC Sporrs writes about the future of Boca Juniors star Valentin Barco, and Brighton & Hove Albion is mentioned several times.
The reason for their story is reports from Spain that Atletico Madrid has entered the bidding for the midfielder, with El Chiringuito reporting that Diego Simeone wants the signing.
Brighton, according to TyC Sports, is still in the race. Then they recall that Barco was on the verge of leaving Boca Juniors in the summer when the Seagulls approached him.
The outlet then claims, in a third mention, that Roberto De Zerbi’s side are the only ones who have directly contacted the Argentine club about the transfer, making a couple of offers that were rejected.
The Copa Libertadores campaign was a big reason why Barco stayed at Boca Juniors this year.
They lost the championship earlier this month, so there’s not much keeping him there anymore. The release clause is only US$10 million, and with so many clubs in the running, it appears to be a matter of convincing the player that they are the best option.
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