It seems Barcelona is determined to do something extraordinary in the upcoming summer. They’re literally trying to buy every good player around! From Neymar to Lautaro Martinez then Gustavo Maia! Barcelona seems desperate. But, its normal as the performance of the team is downward day by day. Lionel Messi can’t alone do everything on his own. Now, the latest news is FC Barcelona wants to buy Sao Paulo youngster Gustavo Maia. All in all, Barca has a lot to do in the upcoming transfer window. However, COVID 19 makes it difficult.

FC Barcelona Wants To Buy Sao Paulo Youngster Gustavo Maia

Additionally, the 19-year-old sensation is on his way to Barcelona in the summer. The Catalan club is seriously considering adding him to the squad. Moreover, they are considering whether or not to exercise an option to purchase which they acquired in March for one million euros.

On the other hand, if they purchase him the next summer, then they have to pay Sao Paulo a 3.5m euros. But, one thing is for sure. The thing is Barca’s front side is power-packed already with the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Ousmane Dembele, and Antoine Griezzman. Besides, Neymar and Lautaro Martinez could make it into the squad in the summer.


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Furthermore, The financial situation caused by the coronavirus pandemic has reopened the debate. The debate is whether to sign the winger. Moreover, a final decision has not yet been made by the Barcelona hierarchy.

FC Barcelona Wants To Buy Sao Paulo Youngster Gustavo Maia
Barca is also trying to purchase Martinez from Inter Milan

Hence, the sum is not too high to purchase the sensational Brazilian youngster. Barcelona is very much capable to buy him in such a meager amount. Maia could make his way to Barcelona’s youth setup. He could learn and progress from there.

Other reports on this topic:

  • Barcelona planning to exercise option to buy Gustavo Maia – Marca
  • Barcelona closing on deal for Sao Paulo prospect Gustavo Maia – TribalFootball.com

In addition, The club has until July 30 to exercise the option. But, Barcelona is currently monitoring various players. The Barca authority is also looking after their financial condition as the COVID 19 pandemic makes a heavy toll on them like other clubs in the world. So, it seems a tricky situation for the youngster.