Barcelona’s Search for a New Right Back Leads to Givairo Read | OneFootball

Barcelona’s search for fresh talent continues as they set their sights on Feyenoord’s promising right-back, Givairo Read. At just 18 years old, Read has caught the eye of the Catalan giants, who are looking to add depth and competition in that position.

According to Toni Juanmarti of SPORT, Read ticks all the boxes for Barcelona’s recruitment criteria. The club is seeking young players with room for growth and versatility, and Read fits the bill perfectly. Not only can he play as a right-back, but he’s also capable of slotting in on the left side of defence, making him a valuable asset for any top-tier team.

Read’s performances this season have been impressive, especially for such a young player. He’s made 24 appearances across all competitions, scoring once and providing seven assists1. In the Eredivisie alone, Read has played 14 matches, demonstrating his ability to compete at the highest level of Dutch football.

What makes Read particularly attractive to Barcelona is his potential combined with his affordable price tag. Transfermarkt values the young defender at around €4 million, which could prove to be a bargain in today’s inflated transfer market. However, Barcelona will need to act fast if they want to secure his signature, as other European heavyweights, including Liverpool, are also showing interest in the Dutch wonderkid5.

Filling a Need

Barcelona’s interest in Read comes as no surprise, given their current need for depth in the full-back positions. The club has been relying heavily on their starter Jules Kounde throughout the season. Bringing in a young, versatile player like Read could provide much-needed rotation options for the demanding schedule of top-flight football. The signing of Read would most likely signal the end of Hector Fort in the blaugrana side.

Read’s stats speak for themselves. In the Champions League, he’s already proven his mettle against tough opposition. He even managed to keep AC Milan’s star winger Rafael Leao quiet during their Round of 16 clash. This kind of performance against top-tier talent is exactly what Barcelona is looking for in a potential signing.

While it’s still early to judge, Read is emerging as an option to be considered. However, with competition heating up, the Blaugrana will need to move swiftly to avoid missing out on this promising young talent.