Barcelona superstar on Liverpool radar as they line up €50 million bid

After an evidently turbulent start to life at Camp Nou, Antoine Griezmann has significantly turned his fortunes for FC Barcelona this season, playing a critical role in the starting XI. His performances weren’t quite enough to convince club leadership of his future, with the Frenchman being on a list (albeit on the lower end) of players that could potentially exit the club in the summer, owing to their massively dire financial debt.

That seems to have recently materialised, with former league champions Liverpool interested in the world cup-winner for a fee around the figure of €50 million, according to El Gol.

Griezmann was brought into Barcelona for €120 million, and the value of the offer does significantly undercut that fee, which is likely to be negotiated. That said, an exit is not completely off the table, especially considering the fact that La Blaugrana are planning on bringing in 2 attacking talents on free deals this summer: Sergio Agüero, who fits into the “number 9” role, much to Barcelona’s needs, and Memphis Depay, who has enjoyed a spectacular season at Lyon.

The 30-year-old was offered back to his former club Atlético Madrid in exchange for João Félix according to reports, which wasn’t able to result in anything substantial. Either way, there is an opportunity for the Frenchman to join the Premier League alongside Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mané, Roberto Firmino, and Diogo Jota.

Liverpool have faced an unconvincing season, failing to defend their title and currently fighting for a Champions League qualifying spot in the league. Under Jürgen Klopp next season, they would understandably aim towards a far better campaign with previously injured players available and a revitalised roster, which Griezmann may be sent towards.