'Mundo Deportivo' assures that Barcelona have activated their interest in Aymeric Laporte again and that he is aware of it. The latest information about Barca's intention to sign him came to the fore in January. 2 months later, history's repeating itself.
Barca want Laporte. It's not the first time it's been known. On this occasion, the player, according to 'Mundo Deportivo' is completely aware of it. With a market value of 40.8 million euros, the board now know what they have to do tO sign him.
He is under contract at Manchester City until 2025, which could complicate the deal for Barcelona. Pep Guardiola won't get rid of one of the players he uses the most easily. The key to unlocking conversations will be putting a big offer on the table.
The proof that he is vital for his manager is in his stats from last season. He played 50 matches, starting 48 of them. This was the record number of matches he has played in a season, surpassing the 2014-15 season with Athletic Bilbao.
One of the keys to Barca being interested in him is, due to City's sanction, the English giants won't be able to play in the Champions League for the next 2 seasons, but Laporte could play in it for Barcelona. We will have to wait until the summer market to see what happens.