Sampdoria attacking midfielder Mikkel Damsgaard is 'drawing interest' from Barcelona who have been impressed by the 20-year-old's performances for Denmark at Euro 2020, according to Diario Sport.
Damsgaard has made two appearances for Denmark at this summer's European Championship, scoring a stunner in a 4-1 victory over Russia which sent Kasper Hjulmand's men into the last-16 round.
Mikkel joined Sampdoria in a €6.75m move from Nordsjaelland in 2020. He has gone on to score two and set up four goals in 37 appearances for the Blucerchiati since then.
Damsgaard is now valued at €13m by Transfermarkt but his market value is set to rise by another €10-20m after the Euro. A number of clubs in Italy and England are also keeping close tabs on the Dane.
How Barca could line up in 2021/22 based on current transfer rumours: 3 options
Last week, Joan Laporta promised to sign three or four more players this summer after sealing the arrivals of Sergio Aguero, Eric Garcia, Emerson Royal and Memphis Depay earlier this month.
There are six players who remain linked with the Camp Nou switch, including the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Aymeric Laporte.
Let's take a look at what Barca's starting XI could look like in the 2021/22 season if the Catalans manage to sign at least some of their reported targets.
Option 1
This classic 4-3-3 set-up features Robin Gosens, Aymeric Laporte and Cristiano Ronaldo in their genuine positions.
Option 2
The arrivals of Laporte and Cristiano, however, are highly unlikely to happen anytime soon due to Barca's dire financial situation. Thus, here are two more affordable options for the Blaugrana to strengthen their squad - Alessio Romagnoli and Andre Silva.
What's more, Bernardo Silva is said to be on Barca's radar too after they missed out on Georginio Wijnaldum who moved to PSG earlier this month.
Option 3
As mentioned, the club's financial situation is the main reason why you shouldn't expect any big-money signings this summer.
Still, Laporta could use some of Barca's current players in swap deals to cover the team's most problematic positions.
Since the Catalans' attacking line is already quite overcrowded after the signing of Depay and Aguero, we'd say that Laporte and Goses should be Barca's priority signings for the current window.
What's your dream 2021/22 Barca XI? Let us know in the comments!
Ronaldo in, Trincao out: 13-name transfer round-up at Barca with probability ratings
The transfer window is yet to officially open but transfer rumours around Barcelona are flooding in like never before. In case you've missed some of them, here's Tribuna.com's round-up of recent transfer news around your favourite club.
INS
AC Milan have reportedly offered the left-footed centre-back in exchange for Junior Firpo. Although Barca are said to be prioritizing a transfer, it wouldn't be a surprise if Romagnoli joins us in a swap deal since he fits the profile Blaugrana are on the market for.
Probability rating: 5/10
The Catalans are interested in the German as they want to sign a competitor to Jordi Alba. Gosens would cost Barca around €35m and according to recent reports, Blaugrana consider his price tag excessive and are not sure that Atalanta would agree to a swap deal.
Probability rating: 4/10
It's said that Joan Laporta wants the Portuguese to team up with Leo Messi at Camp Nou next season. Although Ronaldo could theoretically be open to a move this summer, it's difficult to imagine that Barca would be his destination. We might simply not be able to afford his salary.
Probability rating: 1/10
Silva's agent has reportedly offered the striker to Barcelona who are considering as an alternative to Erling Haaland. Eintracht Frankfurt are ready to sell him for €35m, which is €10m below his market value, it's said.
Probability rating: 5/10
Considering the abundance of rumours, Laporte seems to be a priority for Barca this summer. However, Manchester City are not interested in swapping players with us and have slapped a €60m price tag on him, it's claimed. This would significantly lower the Catalans chances of getting him.
Probability rating: 6/10
The same applies to Bernardo — Man City are not interested in exchanging players, have slapped a €60m price tag. An attacking midfielder is not exactly what Barca are looking for, so the 26-year-old should hardly be a priority.
Probability rating: 3/10
OUTS
Konrad is expected to join Marseille already this week after the two clubs reached an agreement over his transfer. According to previous reports, the winger will cost €3.5m with Barca retaining 50% rights to the player.
Probability rating: 9.5/10
Everton have reportedly inquired about Coutinho's availability but there's nothing advanced as of yet. The Catalans would also be open to letting Phil leave on loan, it's reported.
Probability rating: 6/10
The 24-year-old would only be sold if he refuses to extend his contract with Barca, which is set to expire in 2022. Dembele's fresh injury could impede his potential departure, however.
Probability rating: 3/10
The Frenchman is on the club's transfer list but his history with injuries makes his exit harder. It's been said that there are serious doubts whether Umtiti can continue playing at the top level.
Probability rating: 7/10
The winger could leave on loan, with Wolves said to be interested in Trincao. Barca would also be open to selling him for €30m, which is €1m less than what they paid for Francisco back in 2020.
Probability rating: 8/10
The young centre-back is close to joining Nice on a permanent transfer as the French side want to trigger the buyout clause previously agreed with Barcelona. Blaugrana would get €8.5m plus add ons from the move.
Probability rating: 9.5/10
Despite reports that the 21-year-old could be loaned out for next season, Joan Laporta has said that Puig is an important asset for the future, all but ruling out his summer exit.
Probability rating: 2/10
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