While Julian Alvarez has dominated the headlines in recent weeks in lieu of speculations linking him to Barcelona, the club are aware that the operation will be tricky due to cost involved.
In addition to signing a top striker, Barcelona are also looking for another attacker and that is where Marcus Rashford comes into the fray.
Although the Catalans are actively looking to sign Rashford permanently, their sticky financial situation means the club are also looking for cost-effective alternatives.
To that end, Jan Virgili emerging as one of the options. Formerly of La Masia, Virgili left the club to join Mallorca on a permanent deal last summer. Since then, he has mightily impressed with his dynamism and flair, notably racking up two goals and six assists.
Virgili an alternative, but not a priority
According to Diario SPORT, Jan Virgili is indeed one of the players on Barcelona’s radar following his impressive performances for Mallorca this season.
Virgili has impressed mightily at Mallorca. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)
The young Spaniard has impressed this season with his productivity in the final third and is being considered as a strong alternative, especially if Barcelona fail to land a permanent deal for Marcus Rashford.
Although Virgili, too, has a release clause worth around €30 million, Barcelona can sign him for much cheaper as the club own 40% of the player’s transfer rights.
This effectively means that Barcelona can bring back the young Spaniard for a figure of around €13-17 million, making him a potential bargain.
Virgili, after all, is well aware of Barcelona’s style of play and has already flourished under that system. A return to Barcelona, this time in the first team, will be a natural progression for the young forward.
