Football: Hamari Traoré, towards Barça?

In recent days, the name of the Malian international Hamari Traoré has been resonating in the French media. The right side is linked to a transfer to FC Barcelona, writes Africa Foot.

And on Friday, August 26, the French press revealed that the Catalans had begun negotiations with the Stade Rennais, according to the same source.

Five years after his arrival in Rennes, Hamari Traoré is threatened by an exit, but that could be beneficial in the coming seasons.

Last week it was announced that the Malian international is on FC Barcelona’s short list. His name is accompanied by Achraf Hakimi (PSG), Vanderson (Monaco), Bellerin (Arsenal), Foyth (Villarreal), Meunier (Dortmund) and many other players as competitors in this transfer.

But according to the French press, Hamari Traoré ticked several boxes among the Barcelona people. Compared to other players, his transfer is advantageous for the club in terms of financial expenditure. The player recruited by Stade Rennais for €2.5 million in 2017, could be sold for €3 million. A transfer amount that suits FC Barcelona. In addition, his arrival will allow Xavi to have Sergiño Dest’s lining in the right-hand corridor of the defense.

The Malian international, captain of the national team and in Rennes, has an impeccable quality of play. An attractive style that would have attracted the attention of Xavi Hernandez. However, the French press revealed that FC Barcelona had already started negotiations with the Rennes leaders to sign the right side. Therefore, an offer could be made within the next 48 hours.