Barcelona have been busy shaping their transfer plans this summer, publicly stating that no new right-back will be brought in.
With budget constraints and priorities elsewhere, the message from sporting director Deco seemed clear, any additions at full-back were off the table.
But football rarely stays that straightforward.
In the corridors of Camp Nou, quiet conversations have taken place.
Plans can change quickly, especially when a player perfectly fits the club’s vision.
And one name that had once been shelved has quietly made its way back onto the agenda.
Known for his pace, intelligence in attack, and ability to make a difference in the final third, this right-back ticks nearly every box for Barcelona.
He has been a mainstay in one of Europe’s top leagues, impressing with his consistency and energy since arriving from Brazil a few years ago.
He has even become a regular under Carlo Ancelotti with the Brazilian national team, proof of how far he has come.
The club he currently plays for will not let him go easily.
Reports say they want upwards of €35 million, and they are not the only ones in the race.
Tottenham Hotspur are also in the mix, and they appear willing to pay what it takes.
To make matters trickier for the Catalans, tax conditions in Spain could lower the net value of any deal, reducing Monaco’s profit if they sell to the Catalans.
Even so, UOL reports that Barcelona have reopened contact with the player’s representatives.
And now, with conditions slowly aligning, Vanderson has returned to the top of their shortlist.
The 23-year-old AS Monaco defender has been on the radar of Barcelona before.
But this time, Barcelona might just push harder for Vanderson, if the numbers add up.
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