Paris Saint-Germain is looking to offload players that Luis Enrique has deemed surplus to requirements for this season.
Currently, Nasser Al-Khelaifi is focusing on three players who have been made available to various clubs, including Barcelona. Joan Laporta could potentially sign all three if he chooses to.
According to El Nacional, the first player in question is Uruguayan Manuel Ugarte, who was a high-profile acquisition last summer. Although he started well at Parc des Princes, his performance dropped, leading to his loss of a starting spot, especially with the arrivals of Desire Doue and Joao Neves, who cost a combined 60 million euros. Ugarte may now be loaned out or sold at a reduced price.
The report also notes that Ugarte might end up at Manchester United, and Danilo Pereira, also a central midfielder but used as a central defender by Enrique, has been dismissed by Deco. Pereira will need to seek a new club outside of the French league.
On the other hand, Nordi Mukiele might be a viable option for Barcelona. Previously considered one of the top right-backs in the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig, Mukiele moved to PSG but has struggled to meet expectations, particularly with Achraf Hakimi ahead of him. Barcelona might consider him if Joao Cancelo is not acquired, as Mukiele is a target for strengthening their right-back position.
The Spanish newspaper also revealed an unexpected motive behind PSG’s offers to Barcelona. Despite their strained relationship, PSG’s aim is to recruit Frenkie de Jong, a player Luis Enrique is particularly keen on.
