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FC Barcelona has taken a decisive step to strengthen their defense by aiming to sign German center-back Jonathan Tah, currently playing for Bayer Leverkusen. With Eric García set to leave and Andreas Christensen sidelined due to injury, the Barça board has set their sights on the 28-year-old experienced defender.
As reported by Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona has made a formal offer of 20 million euros, hoping this amount will be enough to persuade Leverkusen, especially considering Tah's contract expiring in 2025.
Jonathan Tah, an option for the Blaugrana rotation
Barcelona's interest in Tah is not random. The German international is seen as a key piece to reinforce a defense in need of stability and experience, particularly with recent absences in the squad. While Bayer Leverkusen has stated they expect 30 million for their player, the fact that Tah could leave on a free in just over a year might lead the German club to reconsider and accept Barça's proposal. Moreover, Tah's desire to join Hansi Flick's project, with whom he has already worked in the German national team, could tip the scales in favor of the Catalans.
Bayern keeping an eye on Tah
Nevertheless, FC Barcelona is not the only club showing interest in Tah. Bayern Munich has also been actively bidding for the defender, offering 20 million euros plus add-ons, a bid that Leverkusen has rejected so far. The competition between these European football giants promises to complicate negotiations, but Barça believes Tah's desire to avoid strengthening a direct rival and his preference to join the Blaugrana ranks will be decisive factors.
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