Barcelona weighing up €10 million + €5 million offer for 22-year-old right-back

According to David Bernabeu Reverter of SPORT, Barcelona are considering making a move for Feyenoord right-back Lutsharel Geertruida in the upcoming summer transfer window.

A product of the Feyenoord youth academy, Geertruida has grown into a first-team regular for the Eredivisie giants. He featured in 41 matches across all competitions during the 2022/23 campaign, posting a return of three goals and assists apiece.

The 22-year-old also has one appearance for the Netherlands national team. His growth and performances have not gone unnoticed, with Barcelona glancing admiring eyes towards the right-back.

The report states that Geertruida was recommended to the club by departing sporting director Jordi Cruyff.

The Dutchman’s market value is understood to be somewhere around €18 million. And, as per the report, Barcelona are now considering making an offer worth close to €15 million for the 22-year-old right-back.

Of the €15 million, €10 million will be in fixed transfer fee and the remaining €5 million will be variables and add-ons.

The La Liga champions are also looking at Ivan Fresneda of Real Valladolid as an option, but the 18-year-old could be bound for Borussia Dortmund.

Joao Cancelo of Manchester City is also on the agenda, as long as Barça can sign him on loan. However, the Premier League champions wish to sell him outright, with Arsenal appearing the likely destination for him.

With Jules Kounde reluctant to play at right-back and Sergi Roberto not a reliable enough option, the Catalans could do with reinforcements in the position, more so considering Julian Araujo lacks experience in Europe.

Geertruida could thus be a viable target for the Blaugrana. A total package of €15 million would also be feasible for the club in their current financial situation. Whether they do proceed with an official bid for the Netherlands international remains to be seen.