Valencia rekindle interest in transfer-listed Barcelona striker – report

Just over ten months ago, Barcelona were understaffed in the forward department. Luuk de Jong and an injured Martin Braithwaite represented the only options for the manager as the team struggled in front of goal.

Now, the situation has been well and truly turned around. The Blaugrana have two of the most potent finishers in their ranks – Robert Lewandowski and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Moreover, the wings look well stacked too with Ousmane Dembele, Raphinha, Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres.

The heavy competition is great news for the Barcelona faithful but not as sweet for Martin Braithwaite. The Danish striker will see almost no minutes in the coming season and has been put on the transfer list by the club.

According to reports from SPORT, Valencia are once again probing the striker’s signature. Los Che tried to acquire his services last season too but were unsuccessful because of the player’s reluctance to depart Barcelona.

Despite knowing the tricky situation ahead, Braithwaite is said to be adamant about staying. He rejected offers from the Premier League and wants to prove to Xavi that he can be of use in the side.

The club, however, consider his departure as a priority. He has been left out of the squad that has travelled to the United States and will be handed the letter of freedom if he refuses to leave.

Celta Vigo are also said to be interested in the striker’s signature, but their pursuit for him revolves around the situation of Real Madrid’s Borja Mayoral.

While Braithwaite has not opened the doors for negotiation yet, it seems like a matter of time before he contemplates a change of scenery for next season.