Why Barcelona Is Set on Signing Azzedine Ounahi This Summer

Barcelona Targets Midfield Reinforcement Amid Injuries

Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, remains focused on securing a striker, but the club is also eager to strengthen its midfield options. The team faces challenges with Frenkie de Jong sidelined for several months due to a knee injury, and Marc Casadó expected to depart soon.

Exploring New Signings: Rodri and Ounahi

Among the players linked with a move to Barcelona is Rodri from Manchester City. The Catalan club aims to outmaneuver rivals like Real Madrid in this pursuit. Still, another name keeps appearing in Barcelona’s affiliated media: Azzedine Ounahi, the Moroccan international who made his mark in France playing for Angers and Olympique de Marseille.

Why Ounahi Is a Valuable Prospect

Sport newspaper recently examined Ounahi’s potential impact as a Girona player. Despite Girona's struggles last season that led them to the bottom of La Liga, Ounahi stood out with impressive performances. His ability to influence games single-handedly and control the midfield caught attention.

Barcelona values his versatility, though questions remain about his consistency over time. Financially, he seems a smart investment. His contract includes a release clause of just 25 million euros, but reports from Mundo Deportivo suggest Girona might accept offers around 10 million euros. For a 26-year-old international coming off a strong individual season, that price looks reasonable.

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