Barcelona outpaces Arsenal in race for Bundesliga star
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Catalan giants Barcelona have thrown their hat into the ring for one of Europe’s most promising central defenders.
Details: According to DTalkingArsenal, the Blaugrana have initiated preliminary talks regarding the potential transfer of 23-year-old French RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba in the upcoming summer window.
At present, negotiations with the German club and the player’s representatives are in full swing. For a long time, London’s Arsenal were considered the frontrunners for the Frenchman, and the Gunners remain keen on the centre-back, closely monitoring the developments.
However, it is Barcelona who are now showing the greatest intent and persistence in their pursuit of Lukeba.
Notably, the French defender has featured in 29 matches for the German side this season across all competitions, registering 1 goal and 1 assist. Transfermarkt values the player at €50 million.
Reminder: Cesc Fabregas will replace Hansi Flick at Barcelona.
