Barcelona would have to pay €8 million for right-back, Atletico Madrid, Sevilla also keen

Recent reports have suggested that Barcelona are prioritising the signing of a new right-back as their next move in the summer transfer window.

It goes without saying that a new right-back is needed at Barça as both Julian Araujo and Sergino Dest are expected to leave while Jules Kounde does not wish to play in the position any longer.

Sporting director Deco is looking at several options in the market to reinforce the position, one of whom happens to be RCD Mallorca star, Pablo Maffeo.

The 26-year-old is seen as a cost-effective alternative to the likes of Ivan Fresneda and Joao Cancelo to strengthen the right-back slot heading into the 2023/24 campaign.

And, according to SPORT, Maffeo could cost around €8 million for Barcelona to sign him up this summer from Mallorca.

The 26-year-old former Manchester City ace has plenty of experience in Spain, having played for Girona and Huesca in the past before ending up at Mallorca.

Last season, Maffeo played 35 times in La Liga, scoring two goals and setting up three more for his teammates. At 26, the right-back is entering his prime and even though his contract runs until 2026, the defender would be available for around €8 million.

However, as per the report, Barcelona are not alone in pursuit of Maffeo as La Liga rivals Atletico Madrid and Sevilla are also interested in signing the 26-year-old from Mallorca.

None of the interested parties have made a move for Maffeo as of yet and it remains to be seen if Barcelona do act on it and try to sign him or hold out for one of Fresneda or Cancelo, who appear to be the preferred targets at this point.