Diogo Costa will unlikely join Barcelona next year, with the Blaugrana deeming the arrival of the Portuguese international from FC Porto “virtually impossible”.
According to a report by Spanish outlet SPORT, Diogo Costa is the subject of interest from FC Barcelona. The Catalan giants are keen on signing a goalkeeper in the 2025 summer transfer window, with the FC Porto shot-stopper emerging as a target. However, the Blaugrana will unlikely land the Portuguese international next year, deeming him “virtually impossible” to pursue.
The rise and rise of Diogo Costa
Diogo Costa has established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the world since breaking into the first-team squad at FC Porto. While he has been prone to odd errors, his shot-stopping ability and prowess with the ball at his feet make him an appealing target for prospective suitors.
The 25-year-old has been with FC Porto for nearly a decade and a half while being a mainstay between the sticks in the last few seasons. In addition, Costa’s exploits for the Portuguese giants have helped him establish a foothold in his national squad, making 31 appearances thus far for the Seleccao.
Costa has turned out 167 times thus far for FC Porto while keeping 71 clean sheets and conceding 142 goals. Meanwhile, the Portuguese goalkeeper’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe, including Barcelona.
Will Barcelona sign Costa?
Barcelona’s interest in Diogo Costa is understandable. The Catalan giants are planning for life after Marc-Andre ter Stegen, with the German international approaching the twilight of his career. In addition, the experienced goalkeeper has become error-prone and is gradually becoming a liability for Barcelona.
So, the Blaugrana should invest in a top-class goalkeeper, with Costa emerging as a viable target. However, the Catalan giants believe the Portuguese international is “virtually impossible” to sign, even though he will not cost a bomb. While FC Porto will be ready to sell the Portuguese international for €45 million, a deal will unlikely see the light of day.
So, Barcelona will likely look elsewhere for goalkeeping reinforcement, with the decision clearing the path for Manchester City to sign Costa from FC Porto. It will be interesting to see who bolsters Barcelona’s goalkeeping department next year.
Diogo Costa will unlikely join Barcelona next year, with the Blaugrana deeming the arrival of the Portuguese international from FC Porto “virtually impossible”.
According to a report by Spanish outlet SPORT, Diogo Costa is the subject of interest from FC Barcelona. The Catalan giants are keen on signing a goalkeeper in the 2025 summer transfer window, with the FC Porto shot-stopper emerging as a target. However, the Blaugrana will unlikely land the Portuguese international next year, deeming him “virtually impossible” to pursue.
The rise and rise of Diogo Costa
Diogo Costa has established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the world since breaking into the first-team squad at FC Porto. While he has been prone to odd errors, his shot-stopping ability and prowess with the ball at his feet make him an appealing target for prospective suitors.
The 25-year-old has been with FC Porto for nearly a decade and a half while being a mainstay between the sticks in the last few seasons. In addition, Costa’s exploits for the Portuguese giants have helped him establish a foothold in his national squad, making 31 appearances thus far for the Seleccao.
Costa has turned out 167 times thus far for FC Porto while keeping 71 clean sheets and conceding 142 goals. Meanwhile, the Portuguese goalkeeper’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe, including Barcelona.
Will Barcelona sign Costa?
Barcelona’s interest in Diogo Costa is understandable. The Catalan giants are planning for life after Marc-Andre ter Stegen, with the German international approaching the twilight of his career. In addition, the experienced goalkeeper has become error-prone and is gradually becoming a liability for Barcelona.
So, the Blaugrana should invest in a top-class goalkeeper, with Costa emerging as a viable target. However, the Catalan giants believe the Portuguese international is “virtually impossible” to sign, even though he will not cost a bomb. While FC Porto will be ready to sell the Portuguese international for €45 million, a deal will unlikely see the light of day.
So, Barcelona will likely look elsewhere for goalkeeping reinforcement, with the decision clearing the path for Manchester City to sign Costa from FC Porto. It will be interesting to see who bolsters Barcelona’s goalkeeping department next year.