Barcelona looking to La Liga rivals full-back as a backup for Jordi Alba

Barcelona’s left-back position has been a conundrum for several years now. The Catalans have looked near and far for a profile that could give Jordi Alba competition.

Name after name has come and go, but Barcelona are yet to strike gold. The latest in the long string of efforts was the acquisition of Junior Firpo from Real Betis.

The youngster promised to have a bright future, with a great output in the final third backup up by solid defensive displays. Yet, his arrival at Barcelona put an end to his development and he failed to impress.

The latest in the long list has now arrived according to Fichajes. The media outlet report that Barcelona are scouting Pacha Espino of Cadiz, who has had a fabulous season so far.

The Uruguayan debuted for the Spanish side last year, but this season has seen him grow leaps and bounds as a player. Playing in the Spanish League, he has ripped through the left-flank with his searing pace and tough physique.

Espino has a €25 million release clause that will considerably fall in the event of Cadiz’s relegation. That said, there is a lot of competition for his signature.

The full-back has a plethora of options on the table. Yet, the pressure is on Cadiz because the player’s contract runs down in the summer of 2023.

With his contract ending just over a year from now, the Spanish side will be forced to sell him for an economical price.