Barcelona confident of selling out-of-favour star after solid loan spell – report

Barcelona confident of selling out-of-favour star after solid loan spell – report

Samuel Umtiti has been one of many on-loan Barcelona players who have enjoyed immense success during their respective loan spells elsewhere.

Joining Lecce on a season-long loan deal last summer, Umtiti has established himself as one of the best performers for the Serie A this term. He has impressed onlookers with his performances, which has led to speculations over his future.

According to a recent report from Diario SPORT, Barcelona are confident of sanctioning the sale of Umtiti in the summer, not even a year after fears that they may not find a suitor for the French defender at the end of the season.

There were initial speculation this month suggesting that Umtiti might be open to a return to Barcelona and serve as a backup option for the club.

However, with the Catalans on the verge of securing a deal to sign Inigo Martinez, they are in no need of Umtiti next season and the club have made a definitive decision on selling the center-back in the coming summer.

Umtiti himself has found no shortage of suitors. Due to his impressive performances, Inter Milan have been one of the clubs to keep an eye on the former Olympique Lyon starlet, whose experience and leadership make him an appealing target for any club in Europe.

Although a prolonged stay at Lecce was mooted, it is not a possibility as the Serie A minnows are not in a position to afford the player’s salary without Barcelona’s aid.

Barça, for their part, would appreciate the sale of Umtiti as it would help them generate funds that were previously unexpected. The sale could go a long way in helping the club balance the books just that little more, as they brace themselves for a busy summer ahead.


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