BIG NEWS: Barcelona has tempted a player from Real Madrid

Héctor Andreu | 6 Mar 2025 | 15.10

Barcelona has tested the signing of Andriy Lunin / Sport

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FC Barcelona has been exploring options in the transfer market to strengthen their goalkeeping position, and one of the alternatives that emerged in recent weeks was Andriy Lunin. According to various sources, Joan Laporta inquired about the situation of the Ukrainian goalkeeper during a meeting with Jorge Mendes, representative of several players, where other matters related to the future of Lamine Yamal were also discussed.

Lunin, who is currently a substitute at Real Madrid, extended his contract with the club until 2030, with the assurance that the club would consider offers in case the player wanted to leave. However, as reported by DefensaCentral, Real Madrid is clear that they will not facilitate his transfer to Barcelona under any circumstances. Mendes conveyed to Laporta that, at this time, the goalkeeper does not contemplate an exit, as his intention is to continue competing at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Real Madrid has not wanted to listen to Barcelona

The response from Lunin's camp did not surprise the Barça board, as it is nearly impossible for Real Madrid to negotiate with their eternal rival. Additionally, the goalkeeper has demonstrated his great quality in the last season and is set to be the natural successor to Thibaut Courtois, who at 32 years old still has a contract until 2026.

Madrid trusts that Lunin will remain a key figure for the team's future, although the Ukrainian will need to be patient while Courtois maintains his starting position. Barcelona, on the other hand, continues the search for a goalkeeper reinforcement but will have to look in other directions.

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