Transfer: Barcelona set to land David Alaba from Bayern Munich

Barcelona have made Bayern Munich defender, David Alaba, their No. 1 target to provide competition for Jordi Alba, ESPN reports.

The LaLiga champions are also considering Augsburg’s Philipp Max and Real Betis’ Junior Firpo as alternatives.

Alaba, 27, offered himself to Barca through his agents several weeks back and is the club’s first choice due to his versatility and experience at the top level.

Barca believe he would bring competition for Alba, who is the only left-back in Ernesto Valverde’s squad.

Also the Spanish club like the fact he can play in the middle of the back four, after missing out on Matthijs de Ligt to Juventus.

He could also provide cover for Sergio Busquets in midfield if needed.

Despite Alaba’s desire to make the move, negotiations with Bayern are not expected to be easy.

More News

President Buhari to Embark on Eight-Day Visit to Saudi Arabia, Perform Umrah

On Tuesday morning, President Muhammadu Buhari will begin an eight-day state visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he is expected to perform...

Senator-Elect Yar’Adua Commits to Delivering Change for Katsina Central District

Senator-elect Abdul’aziz Yar’Adua of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Katsina Central Senatorial District has vowed to deliver on his campaign promises to the...

Police Arrest Suspect in Brutal Killing of Pregnant Girlfriend in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has arrested Philibus Ibrahim, who allegedly strangled his pregnant girlfriend, 22-year-old Theresa Yakubu, in Tudun Wada Local Government Area...

2023 Polls: Group warns Governor Matawalle over inciting comments, blaming Nigerian military

The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER), a Civil Society Organisation, has accused Governor Bello Matawalle of displaying undemocratic tendencies following his...