Manchester United could be set to lose a future star to LaLiga giants Barcelona
Barcelona are reportedly looking to sign Manchester United youngster Marc Jurado as their search for a right-back continues this summer.
Barcelona circle for Manchester United youngster
The Catalan giants could be set to swoop for Jurado, who is a former La Masia prospect who left the club to join Manchester United in 2020.
With a gaping hole at right back, Barcelona are hoping to capture Jurado, who is yet to agree on a contract extension with Manchester United despite his current deal expiring at the end of the 2022/23 season.
Jurado’s capture would be seen as a signing for the future, rather than an immediate solution for the Blaugrana, but there is hope that the 19-year-old can blossom into a genuine right back option in the near future.
Barcelona looking to Jurado for two main reasons
The former Barcelona Atletic defender has not made a competitive appearance for Manchester United since joining the club as a 16-year-old but was named in the Red Devils’ Premier League squad to face Nottingham Forest in April this year.
Suppose the Spaniard joins the Blaugrana this summer. In that case, he will likely play with Barcelona’s B team to aid his development into the first team and also aid the B team, which is currently suffering a shortage of talent after losing several promising players this summer.
Jurado could make a return to Catalonia from Manchester like former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique who made the switch in 2008 and enjoyed a trophy-laden career with the LaLiga giants.
Related content
23:05 - 13.07.2023
How Manchester United’s Onana deal could see Morocco’s World Cup hero Bono join Bayern Munich
Morocco's Yassine "Bono" Bounou could be set for a big move this summer, but it is all dependent on Manchester United signing Andre Onana from Inter
20:47 - 13.07.2023
Mason Mount is a great signing for Man Utd - Frank Lampard admits
Frank Lampard is sure that Mason Mount will be a great player for the Old Trafford team and that he will help lift the bar at Manchester United.
18:50 - 13.07.2023
TRANSFERS: Manchester United's bid for Ramos rejected
Consequently, the Red Devils have shifted their focus to a possible alternative who is in Italy.
07:22 - 13.07.2023
It is my decision — Man United's Ten Hag responds to captaincy controversy
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has revealed the Manchester United captaincy will be decided by him and not by a voting process.
22:55 - 12.07.2023
Manchester United vs Leeds United: Ten Hag's verdict on Mason Mount and Reds' wonderkids
Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has reacted after seeing some good things from new signing Mason Mount and other youngsters during the Red Devils' first preseason game.
21:36 - 12.07.2023
Vitor Roque rejected near €100m from Manchester United to sign for Barcelona — Agent
Barcelona new signing Vitor Roque rejected top Premier League clubs including Manchester United to sign for the Blaugrana, according to his agent.
16:46 - 12.07.2023
Joao Felix reportedly speaking with Premier League clubs including Manchester United
According to reports, Manchester United and a few Premier League teams are in negotiations to recruit Joao Felix, a former Chelsea star.
23:55 - 11.07.2023
Barcelona president confirms new signing
While the fans await official confirmation from the club, Barcelona's president confirms the signing of young talent from Brazil.
21:33 - 11.07.2023
Super Eagles legend Mikel Obi recalls when Sir Alex Ferguson made him poop his pants after failed Man United transfer
Chelsea icon reveals incredible meeting with Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson after ditching Red Devils for Chelsea