Barcelona right-back target keen on Manchester United move – Romano

In a blow for FC Barcelona, Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Bayer Leverkusen right-back Jeremie Frimpong is keen on a move to Premier League giants Manchester United.

Frimpong has emerged as one of the most sought-after full-backs in the market ahead of the summer after his spectacular form for Leverkusen. The 22-year-old has produced a tally of eight goals and nine assists for Xabi Alonso’s side from the right-back position.

The Dutch ace’s exploits have alerted several top clubs across Europe with Manchester United, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich understood to be among his suitors.

Recent reports from Romano had claimed that Frimpong’s agent had met with representatives from all three aforementioned clubs.

It is no secret that Barcelona are in the market for a new right-back as Xavi looks to address a position that has been a cause for concern at Camp Nou for several years now.

While makeshift options Jules Kounde and Ronald Araujo have done fairly well and it is clear that they are more comfortable playing centrally. Hence, a new right-back could become a key acquisition for the Blaugrana come summer.

Frimpong had been one among several targets to have been linked with the La Liga leaders. However, it seems like the Dutchman, who spent time at the academy of Manchester City, is keen on joining Manchester United.

Although Romano specifies that there is nothing advanced at this stage, the player’s preference does put Manchester United in the lead to sign Frimpong, who is valued at around €30 million.

Whether Barcelona can pull themselves back into contention in the race for Frimpong or decide to pursue alternative targets remains to be seen.