PSG are eying a move for Estevao Willian in the scenario that Bradley Barcola rejects a new contract and moves on to a new challenge.
According to Hooligan Soccer, PSG have identified Estevao Willian as the potential replacement for Bradley Barcola in the scenario that the latter leaves the club. The Parisians are prioritising a new deal for their winger, and should he reject that amid links to Arsenal, the French giants could reach out for the Chelsea wide man as his replacement.
PSG currently boast one of the most formidable attacking setups in world football, and their main weapon is the versatility of their wingers, including Bradley Barcola. The France international’s ability to feature on both flanks gives Luis Enrique’s side a fluid option in attack, as the club are eager to keep hold of him for the long-term future.
PSG have reportedly offered Barcola a five-year deal to prolong his career at the club, which also comes with a significant pay rise. However, some dangers are looming in the background, with the likes of Arsenal chasing the winger. Mikel Arteta is eager to fortify his left wing for next season and is in the market for a new attacker, with the possibility of one or both of Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard departing.
Arsenal are a very good opportunity for Barcola, as he could assume a key role in Arteta’s system from next season. Liverpool also failed with an enquiry recently, as per some reports, while other teams are keeping tabs. Hence, PSG are eager to get his signature on the new deal, although in the scenario that Barcola refuses, they have a replacement lined up.
Arsenal are a very good opportunity for Barcola, as he could assume a key role in Arteta’s system from next season. Liverpool also failed with an enquiry recently, as per some reports, while other teams are keeping tabs. Hence, PSG are eager to get his signature on the new deal, although in the scenario that Barcola refuses, they have a replacement lined up.
Will PSG chase Estevao?
Estevao Willian is the player PSG have identified as the possible replacement for Barcola should the latter depart. The idea of chasing the young Brazilian stems from his limited but effective performances for Chelsea since his arrival last summer. PSG view him as a big addition and investment for the present and future, with the club reportedly willing to table as much as €100 million for the attacker.
The prospect of replacing Barcola should appeal to someone like Estevao, although Chelsea have reportedly deemed him to be ‘untouchable’. The Blues’ hierarchy believes they will keep hold of Estevao beyond the summer, although a strong bid — as the report suggests, in the region of €100 million — might test their resolve if they are even slightly considering a sale.