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N'Golo Kanté Transfer from Al Ittihad to FC Barcelona
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick reportedly turned down the chance to pursue a transfer for veteran France midfielder N'Golo Kante from Al Ittihad. Kante had initially been linked with Barcelona earlier in the summer amid suggestions that he wanted to return to Europe from Saudi Arabia and was seen as a viable option to boost depth. According to Mundo Deportivo, Flick opposed the idea of signing the 33-year-old when it was previously discussed.
Barcelona has shown interest in signing N'Golo Kanté. However, Al Ittihad has declared him 'untouchable,' making a transfer highly unlikely.
Barcelona is interested in signing N’Golo Kanté, who is unhappy at Al Ittihad despite the high salary and is willing to return to Europe.
Barcelona are maintaining contact with N'Golo Kante as they weigh up signing a senior midfielder to boost numbers before the transfer window closes. Barcelona were linked with Kante before he joined Al Ittihad and could make a fresh approach. The Catalans are in touch with the Frenchman's camp, potentially able to take advantage of an apparent desire to leave Saudi Arabia.
FC Barcelona has also shown interest in Ngolo Kanté and has included him on their list of potential signings.
The club is monitoring the situation of the 33-year-old French midfielder. Deco, Barcelona's sporting director, is a fan of Kanté and is open to a possible arrival. However, Barcelona currently prioritizes signing a left winger. Al-Ittihad has no intention of parting ways with Kanté.
Barcelona remains interested in Kanté. The need to sign a defensive pivot has increased after a defeat in the Gamper. Barcelona is ready to act in the final hours of the market if needed. Kanté was previously linked to Barcelona due to Deco's interest, but the transfer did not materialize last season due to salary cap issues. Now, committed to Al Ittihad, the player would prefer to return to Europe, but the Saudi club is not willing to let him go easily.
Kante wants to leave the Saudi League and return to Europe. Barcelona is aware of the situation and has obtained the approval of Kante's agents to sign him. However, coach Hansi Flick has halted the attempt to acquire him, preferring to focus on younger players. A possible loan was discussed, which would have required Kante to significantly reduce his salary.
Barcelona has decided not to pursue N'Golo Kanté. The club prefers to focus on younger players and its training center.
Barcelona have expressed an interest in signing N'Golo Kante. Kante had been a target for Barca when his Chelsea contract expired in 2023, but the midfielder instead opted to join Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. Kante's performances for the France squad in Euro 2024 have caught the eye of Barca, who see Kante as a potential 'low-cost target' and are eyeing an ambitious loan deal.
Barcelona is interested in signing N'Golo Kanté on loan. The club sees him as a key player to strengthen their midfield. Kanté has shown impressive performance during the European Championship in Germany, which has reignited Barcelona's interest.
Barcelona wants to sign N'Golo Kante on loan, but Al Ittihad is not willing to let him go.
FC Barcelona is interested in signing N'Golo Kanté. The club is looking for a midfielder who brings energy and sacrifice to the team and is capable of handling the ball. Kanté fits this profile according to Barcelona. The club has been reassured by Kanté's performances at the Euro regarding his physical state. No offer or contact has been made yet, but a loan is considered possible given Barcelona's financial difficulties and La Liga's financial fair play regulations.
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