Barcelona Transfer News: Latest Kostas Manolas Rumours, Fresh Blaugrana Talk

Barcelona will reportedly move for AS Roma defender Kostas Manolas at the end of the season.

That’s according to Lluis Miguelsanz of Sport, who has stated the Liga side have been keeping track of the player for a while. In the report it’s noted that Barca were keen on signing him in the summer, along with the likes of Bayern Munich and Manchester United, although Roma ultimately opted to keep hold of the Greece international.

“Manolas is conscious of the interest Barcelona have in him and has told the club that he would love to sign,” added Miguelsanz. It’s also reported that the 25-year-old models his game on iconic former Blaugrana captain Carles Puyol.

Here is a look at why the Spanish champions are said to be one of many clubs keeping an eye on the centre-back:

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The defender has excelled since arriving at Roma in 2014. In a division renowned for quality defenders, Manolas has stood out, showing razor-sharp instincts at the back and the physicality needed to cope with any forward in the division.

On the ball, he’s very capable too, meaning he would fit in well at the Camp Nou. Manolas would potentially be a long-term replacement for Javier Mascherano; he’s a dynamic, …

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