Tonight, FC Barcelona faces Inter Milan in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal. A match that promises to be intense and crucial for the blaugranas, who want to give it their all to secure a significant advantage for the return leg. A piece of news is causing a stir and could complicate things for Barcelona: Inter has declared war on Barça over a key signing.
The Signing That Puts Barça on Alert
The player in question is Jonathan Tah, a German defender who will leave Bayer Leverkusen after a decade of service. At 29 years old, Jonathan Tah has become one of the most sought-after center-backs in the market due to his experience and physical qualities. Although Barcelona seemed to have the lead in his signing, the situation has taken an unexpected turn.
According to various sources, including the German network Sky Sports, FC Barcelona has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with the player. However, as often happens in these cases, nothing is finalized yet. The transfer market always surprises, and Inter has taken a significant step to sign Jonathan Tah.
Simone Inzaghi's club has decided to enter the bidding strongly, a move that has left Deco surprised and concerned about what might happen.
Inter Milan Makes Its Move
Inter hasn't wasted any time and has already taken action. The club has contacted Jonathan Tah's agent to discuss the terms of his potential signing. The surprising thing is that, while Barcelona was waiting to close the deal, Inter is offering him a much more lucrative contract.
There is talk of a salary figure that could double the 3 million euros annually that Tah currently earns at Bayer Leverkusen. This economic difference is uncomfortable for Barcelona, as although Tah is ideal, the economic conditions are now key.
Barça on Alert for Its Defense
The situation with Jonathan Tah is just the tip of the iceberg for Barcelona. The team needs to strengthen its defense for the next season, especially if players like Andreas Christensen and Eric García end up leaving in the summer market. Tah's profile is perfect for Hansi's system, which needs an experienced, physically strong defender with leadership ability.
However, the club faces fierce competition, and Inter Milan has become a direct rival in this race. The fact that the Italians also need to strengthen their defense only adds more tension to the matter.