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Barcelona contact defender over deal despite advanced Manchester United talks
BARCELONA officials reportedly have met Serge Aurier’s representatives over a proposed summer transfer - despite Manchester United’s interest in the defender.
Manchester United and Barcelona reportedly want to sign Serge Aurier
Barcelona want to sign right-back Aurier from Paris Saint-Germain this summer.
The defender is reportedly available for £17.4million (€20m) and is open to leaving Paris after two years in the French capital.
And French newspaper L’Equipe claim Barcelona have made contact with the player’s agent over a possible move to the Nou Camp.
The talks will no doubt frustrate Manchester United officials as the Red Devils continue their negotiations over a summer swoop.
That is according to outlet Get French Football News, who claim United are in ‘advanced talks’ with Aurier’s entourage.
PSG want to keep Aurier (right) but the player could seek to leave
Manchester United are said to be in advanced talks over a deal for Aurier (left)
Serge Aurier scores own goal for Paris St-Germain
Both United and Barca are targeting defensive recruits for next season and Aurier appears to be the best available right-back on the market.
However, convincing PSG president Nasser Al Khelaifi to sell up could be a sticking point for both clubs.
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