LEICESTER have reportedly made an audacious offer to bring Barcelona forward Francisco Trincao to the King Power Stadium.
The 20-year-old is yet to even link up with the Spanish side after they signed him in January, but allowed him to stay at Braga for the rest of the season.
Barcelona forward Francisco Trincao is reportedly being chased by LeicesterCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Trincao penned a five-year deal at Barca, but he could be set to leave without even playing a game as the Foxes look to secure his services.
SunSport reported earlier this week how the LaLiga giants have rejected an offer from an unnamed Premier League club for the winger.
And according to the Guardian, it is Brendan Rodgers’ side that are desperate to land him.
They state that the Foxes have submitted a two-year loan offer for the player, with an obligation to buy him for £45million.
That would be a healthy £19m profit for Barca who managed to sign him for £26m just over six months ago.
Barca are said to have been heavily affected by the coronavirus crisis, and need to get a number of players off their wage bill.
The Guardian state that Leicester face competition in the race to lure Trincao away from Catalonia.
It has been claimed that Serie A side Atalanta are also keen to sign him, with the youngster regarded as one of Europe’s brightest talents.
Unlike Leicester, Atalanta can offer Trincao Champions League football after they finished third in the Italian top-flight table.
In 40 games in all appearances this campaign, Trincao chipped in with nine goals and 13 assists – helping Braga win the Taca da Liga.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
