Sevilla want to sign out-of-favour Barcelona star on loan – report

Clement Lenglet and Barcelona have made significant efforts to secure the player’s exit, but so far without success.

However, as the summer transfer window draws to a close, the 28-year-old continues to evaluate all the options at his disposal.

Lenglet appears to be eager to return to Tottenham, where he spent a year on loan, but negotiations between the two teams have stalled.

The lack of European suitors has given rise to the possibility of the Frenchman joining Saudi Arabia.

Sevilla have sprung forth

Now, according to Luis F Rojo of MARCA, Sevilla want to re-sign Lenglet on loan and are in contact with Barcelona. The main obstacle currently is the player’s high salary.

Lenglet already has experience playing for Sevilla, having officially recorded 73 appearances before Barça signed him up in 2018.

Given that he had an impressive spell in Seville, the Andalusian outfit aims to reacquire him and bolster their defensive line.

Wages an issue

Although Barcelona would prefer a permanent transfer fee, they have reportedly been more receptive to a loan spell, with getting rid of Lenglet’s €16 million wages the biggest priority as of now.

These massive wages also deter Sevilla from making a move. As such, for the loan deal to go through, it would appear that Barcelona might have to agree to continue paying a part of his salary.

Lenglet has a decision to make, with Saudi Arabia and Sevilla emerging as realistic options. The player knows he does not have a shot at regular play time with Xavi, so he will ultimately have to make certain concessions.