FC Barcelona are considering a 'swap deal' for Mason Greenwood with Manchester United as a 'replacement' for the unwanted forward, according to reports.
green wood Man United decided it would be a PR disaster to allow him to return ahead of next season, so he joined La Liga side Getafe on loan during the 2023 summer transfer window.
British loan destination Manchester United The transfer to Getafe came about after the case against him was dropped by the Council of State. He was indicted on charges of attempted rape and assault in 2023, but the case was discontinued after the recantation of his key witness reduced his chances of conviction.
The 22-year-old has scored eight goals and provided six assists in 29 La Liga appearances for Getafa this season, and his form has attracted interest from several clubs across Europe. FC Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Juventus have been mentioned as possible destinations.
Greenwood “Swap Trading”
Report from HITC The club insists it is “unlikely” that Greenwood will return to Man United and could demand a hefty fee for the player as his contract runs until 2026. claims.
Man United reportedly “wish to sell him”, but if the asking price is not met they “will allow him to remain on loan at Getafe”.
Regarding Barcelona's interest in Greenwood, the newspaper reports that they are “ready to make an offer for the player” to Man United for the England international.
“Barça are very fond of Greenwood and HITC is informed that some at the club are interested in bringing him on as a replacement for Brazilian Vitor Roque, who joined in January.”
“As HITC has revealed, Barcelona are keen to loan Roque this summer, but his officials are seeking a permanent transfer.”
“HITC understands that Barça are willing to offer Greenwood a Man United player, including Roque, but if he leaves, the Premier League club would prefer an immediate sale. .”
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Roque, 19, joined Barcelona from Brazilian side Atlético Paranaense in the 2023 summer transfer window.
Since making his debut with Barcelona in January, he has started just two La Liga games and is reportedly considering a move ahead of the summer.
Recent reports from Spanish outlets as Roque insists he has “several” options, with Chelsea and Tottenham among the possible destinations.
“Old suitors such as Tottenham and Napoli, who had almost reached an agreement before he left for the Camp Nou, but they are not the only ones, have knocked on the striker's door again.
“Other Premier clubs such as Manchester United and Chelsea would have also tested the possibility of signing him.”
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In other Barcelona news, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims Real Betis star Guido Rodriguez is “close”.
“Guido Rodriguez will verbally agree to leave Real Betis at the end of the season and join Barcelona,” Romano said in his Daily Briefing column.
“Barça started contacting the player around March and Xavi approved the Argentine star's transfer ahead of the summer transfer window. “Barça are well aware of everything regarding Rodríguez and have had direct contact with the player. There is.
“Rodriguez will sign a two-year contract with the Catalan club, with the option to extend for a further year. All arrangements have been made to complete the transfer. We cannot officially sign the deal until we understand the situation. As soon as this issue is resolved, Here We Go will take place.”