Atletico Madrid Sporting Director Mateu Alemany meets with agent of prized Barcelona midfielder

Much of the year has seen Barcelona linked with Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez in the Spanish press, with the Catalan side set to pursue a move for him in the summer. Yet Atletico Director of Football Mateu Alemany may have other ideas about a move going the other direction.

According to Diario AS, Alemany has met with the agent of prized midfield talent Marc Bernal. The 18-year-old is projected for a bright future at Camp Nou, but with sales on the horizon for the Catalan side this summer, Atletico are looking at potential opportunities. Alemany is reportedly keen to make a major investment in their midfield, and Bernal represents what they are looking for; quality, youth, leadership and a player fit for the present and the future.

Would Barcelona consider a sale for Bernal?

It may seem far-fetched that Barcelona would consider selling one of their brightest talents, but AS assure that if a ‘good offer arrived, anything is possible’. The Blaugrana are keen to make a major investment in the number nine position, and bring in a top-level central defender, which could be the stimulus for some significant outgoings.