Depay was close to joining Barcelona last season. However protracted transfer negotiations ultimately saw the move fall through and Depay stayed in France for one more season. He has gone on to impress at Lyon this season, scoring 15 goals and providing nine assists in all competitions.
The 27-year-old has been the driving force behind Lyon’s surprise title charge as they sit just three points off the top of the Ligue 1.
Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman is said to be keen to bring his compatriot to the club ahead of next season. However, Barcelona will have to sell a player to free up wages and make room for Depay in the squad, with reports stating that Braithwaite will face the axe.
The Dane joined Barcelona from Leganes last year but has failed to deliver for the Spanish giants. Braithwaite has scored just twice in the La Liga for Barcelona this season, further strengthening the view that he is not the striker to take Barcelona back to the very top.
Ronald Koeman confirms Barcelona’s interest in Depay last year
Depay joined Lyon in 2017 after a horrid spell at Manchester United. The versatile forward failed to live up to the expectations at Old Trafford but things around at Lyon. Depay has established himself as one of the key players in the side and has lit up the Ligue 1.
Ronald Koeman confirmed Barcelona’s interest in the Lyon star a year ago while praising his countryman’s abilities.
Lyon’s president Jean-Michel Aulas, however, has expressed his desire for the Dutchman to stay at the club.
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