Premier League winger is Barcelona’s new top priority for January – report

After Ansu Fati’s recent injury and Ousmane Dembele’s impending departure, Barcelona are keen to shore up their front-line. Alvaro Morata was their first-choice target, however, that operation has reportedly been shut down. As such, the club have now shifted focus to Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Adama Traore. 

According to Moises Llorens, the Catalans are extremely interested in Traore and will pursue him regardless of whether Dembele renews or not. In fact, unlike the Morata deal, this one is not contingent on the Wolves signing a replacement and could be easier to facilitate. 

The Spanish international is reportedly close to signing with Tottenham Hotspur, but Matteo Moretto states that Traore is hesitant and keeping an eye on whether Barcelona come knocking on his door. 

Further, negotiating with the winger will be easier for Barcelona who have Fransisco Trincao on loan with the Premier League outfit. The wingers could be involved in a swap deal if talks advance. Currently, the two parties are in talks for a loan move with a purchase option.

Traore, who grew up in Barcelona’s fabled La Masia, has been linked with a return to Spain for quite some time. He is consistently lauded as one of the fastest players in world football and could be a dynamic addition to Barcelona’s front-line.

He may not impress with goal contributions, having scored only once this Premier League season, but he is a league leader in players dribbled past and carries into the penalty area.

At 26-years old, Traore fits the Blaugrana’s timeline. The question remains if Barcelona can secure his arrival before the transfer market closes in less than a week.