Barcelona interested in signing soon-to-be-free Juventus midfielder in the summer

Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot happens to be one of the most underrated players in his position. Still just 28-year-old, the former PSG midfielder was close to signing for Manchester United not very long ago, but he decided to prioritise his stay in Turin.

Fast forward to the date and the midfielder continues to attract strong interest from top-tier teams. Furthermore, given the fact that his contract expires at the end of the season, he is set to become one of the hottest commodities in the transfer market.

As such, if a report from journalist Mirko Di Natale is to be believed, the 28-year-old is said to be on the radars of Bayern Munich as well as Barcelona.

Why are Barcelona interested?

Rabiot happens to share a few qualities that Sergio Busquets mastered at Barcelona. While he is not the fastest on the pitch, the 28-year-old knows how to combine technique to get out of troubling situations. 

As such, Rabiot is not only a defensive pivot but can also act as a box-to-box midfielder, something that will come in handy for Barcelona. While his attitude off the pitch can be troubling at times, he makes up for it with his show in the field.

Overall, it is safe to say Rabiot could be a good gamble, and considering his age, he could prove to be an investment for the next few years.

Rabiot prioritizing contract renewal with Juventus

Adrien Rabiot’s contract with Juventus expires at the end of the season. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

The ongoing contract renewal negotiations of Rabiot with Juventus have become a prominent subject of discussion in Italy, and it is expected to remain so for the foreseeable future. 

Reports gathered by TuttoJuve suggest that discussions between the involved parties will escalate in the coming months, with concrete talks anticipated at the conclusion of the current season, mirroring the way observed last year. 

The relationship between Rabiot and the club remains transparent and friendly. While there are indications that several clubs are keeping tabs on the situation, no direct interests have been expressed at this point. 

For now, Rabiot is committed to prioritizing discussions with Juventus until the very end, seeking clarity on the club’s plans for him. Consequently, a final decision on his contract renewal is not expected before the conclusion of the season.