"I don’t even want to remember": Moron reflects on failed move to Barcelona

Around five years ago, Barcelona faced a crisis with their forwards. Luis Suárez and Ousmane Dembélé were both injured, and the Catalan club was looking for replacements. At the time, the club was deciding between Loren Morón from Real Betis and Martin Braithwaite from Leganés. In the end, they chose the latter, and Morón has not hidden his disappointment over the decision.

Details: The Spanish forward admitted that he was eager to play for Barcelona and was ready to help Betis earn money from his transfer. Even five years later, it remains a difficult period for him, one that he recalls with difficulty.

Quote: "This is one of those things that, as I’ve always said, is a thorn in my side. It wasn’t just about the chance to play for Barcelona with Leo Messi, but also the money Betis could have made.

I think I did everything possible for both sides to win—both me and Betis. It was really very close, but other factors were the reason, and I don’t want to talk about them or even think about them," said the forward in an interview with Diario de Sevilla.

Reminder: Morón currently plays for Greek club Aris, where he has scored 11 goals and provided one assist in 19 matches this season. Braithwaite, after two years at Barcelona, moved to Espanyol, and in the past six months, he has played for Brazilian side Grêmio.