Barcelona continue to monitor €70 million rated Real Sociedad forward

According to reports from the Transfer Market Web, FC Barcelona is rigid in its pursuit of Spanish winger Mikel Oyarzabal.

The Catalans have suffered heavily in attack this season after injuries to Ansu Fati and Martin Braithwaite coupled with the exits of Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann.

Reinforcing the attack is a top priority for the current board, with multiple names including the likes of Raheem Sterling being speculated. However, Oyarzabal has been a long-term target and continues to be one for the club.

The board are reportedly ready to go for a full and hard offer for the winger in the coming window.

Oyarzabal has proven to be extremely versatile playing for both club and country. While his best abilities are brought to the fore on the wing, he is also capable of playing as an attacking midfielder and striker.

In eight La Liga starts this season for Real Sociedad, the Spaniard has scored six goals and recorded an assist. Moreover, he has been a creative outlet for the Basque side recording close to two key passes every game.

He once again started for the Spanish National Team in the semifinal of the UEFA Nations League and recorded two assists on the night. He was one of the best players on the pitch for Luis Enrique, much like he is for his club time and time again.

His current contract with the Basque side runs until June 2024. That said, it could be an ideal time for Barcelona to swoop in and secure his signing. Needless to say, his acquisition would considerably bolster the Catalan attack.