Swapping Griezmann and Saul seemed like the best solution for everyone involved, but talks between Barca and Atletico are ongoing.
Negotiations over a possible swap between Barcelona’s Antoine Griezmann and Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez are apparently still ongoing. This is what Rojiblancos President Enrique Cerezo indicated.
“I haven’t the slightest idea about Griezmann, but anything can happen in football,” said the 73-year-old von four sports quoted. “It’ll be a surprise. But don’t worry, there isn’t much time left for a decision.”
Sky-SportsReporter Matteo Moretto had previously reported that the talks had so far turned out to be extremely complicated. This coincides with previous reports that Barcelona were demanding a transfer for Griezmann in addition to Saul or that Griezmann was not willing to forego salary.
Griezmann-Saul exchange actually ideal solution for Barcelona and Atletico
Another factor making negotiations difficult is loud Sky Sports the competition for Barca: some Premier League clubs are said to be vigorously looking for Saul.
While Griezmann was rarely able to meet the high expectations after moving from Atletico to Camp Nou in 2019, Saul has increasingly been sidelined at Atletico.
A swap deal is therefore in principle the ideal solution for everyone involved, especially since the Catalans this summer Sports world definitely want to sign a two-way midfielder.
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