Barcelona president Bartomeu reveals emphasis on swap deals

Football
27 Jul 2020 • 8:16 AM MYT
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Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu says they'll be working the swap market heavily this summer.

PSG star Neymar and Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez have both been linked with a move to Barcelona, but Bartomeu pointed out that swap deals are the only way the club can sign a player for the time being.

"I have said before that the coronavirus pandemic has affected many projects and strategies," he noted.

"If players do not come on a swap deal, it is almost impossible for the club to sign players.

"We have spoken with Inter, quite a few weeks ago.

"Currently there is no open conversation, the topic is halted."