Antoine Griezmann would obviously be happy about the arrival of Memphis – Photo: / Getty Images
According to media reports, Memphis Depay (28) wants to leave FC Barcelona in the direction of Atletico Madrid in the winter transfer period. Antoine Griezmann obviously likes this idea.
The France international has liked a tweet from Fabrizio Romano saying Memphis are looking to join the Colchoneros. “Memphis Depay has no doubts, he has been keen to sign with Atletico since negotiations began,” said the transfer expert.
Atletico Madrid and Depay have reportedly agreed in principle to work together. “Barcelona and Atleti remain the keys to this transfer: it’s not easy to find a solution, but talks are ongoing,” said Romano.
Memphis Depay: Contract expires
Depay’s working paper at Barça expires at the end of the season. The Catalans are said to be demanding a fee of seven million euros for the premature termination of the contract with the Dutch national striker. Or a player in return.
Yannick Carrasco would like to play for FC Barcelona – Photo: Mjsegovia / Dreamstime.com
Swap for Yannick Carrasco?
According to Pini Zahavi, Memphis Depay could be transferred to the capital via a swap deal. According to the players’ agent, there is an exchange for Yannick Carrasco (29). The Belgian is dying to play for FC Barcelona, according to Zahavi.
Depay moved from Olympique Lyon to Camp Nou on a free transfer in 2021 as the dream player of the then Barça coach Ronald Koeman. Initially with great success: Memphis was the Catalans’ top scorer in the first half of 2021/2022. After the change of coach, however, Depay’s star fell, under Xavi Hernandez (42) he is only a last resort.
