Barcelona are exploring the idea of offering Philippe Coutinho in a swap deal to sign Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante. One of Barcelona’s prime targets for the next transfer window is the signing of an energetic midfielder, especially one that excels in the defensive side of the match.
The Catalan giants are looking to reinvigorate their midfield this summer, with both Ivan Rakitic and Arturo Vidal expected to leave at the end of the campaign. Blaugrana holds a long-standing interest in Kante, but the La Liga giants have never pursued a move for the midfielder considering the financial costs of signing the World Cup winner.
Due to the crippling economical impact of the Coronavirus, the swapping of footballers seems to be the perfect way to ensure that clubs sign the several footballers they’d like. This is where Philippe Coutinho comes into the equation.
Brazil international is keen on a come back to the Premier League, especially a move to Chelsea after a disastrous time with the Blaugrana. The report claims that the playmaker ‘wants’ a move to London club in the next transfer window, opening the door for the two sides to explore a potential swap deal.
Barca are well aware that France international is the best defensive midfielder in the world and the Blaugrana need to strengthen in this area with legend Sergio Busquets approaching the final years of his illustrious career.
Kante is well-established as one of the world’s best midfielders, but the superstar has been hindered by injuries this campaign. The 29-year-old midfielder has played 22 games across all tournaments this term.