Marc Casadó close to move to Saudi Arabia. Barcelona could receive a hefty fee
Everything will be decided during the summer transfer window.
Details: According to DiarioAS, the Saudi Arabian Sports Investment Committee has listed 22-year-old Barcelona defensive midfielder Marc Casadó as one of its main transfer targets to help boost the popularity of the Saudi Pro League.
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At this point, it’s unclear which Saudi club will pursue Casadó, but sources say the Saudis are ready to allocate around €40 million for the transfer. Given Barcelona’s financial struggles, the move is considered highly likely.
Marc Casadó is a product of Barcelona’s academy, and this transfer could be the first major move of his career.
This season, Casadó has played 25 matches for Barcelona, providing one assist. His current contract with the Blaugrana runs until 2028, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €25 million.
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