Barcelona midfielder wanted by Benfica, but could join Besiktas | OneFootball

Besiktas have opened talks for Marc Casadó, at a time when the Barcelona midfielder is beginning to attract interest from several European clubs, including Benfica. The 22-year-old Spain international plays as a defensive midfielder and is seen by the Eagles as a player with characteristics highly valued by the club’s structure and with room for future growth.

Benfica’s interest in Casadó is not exactly new. The midfielder was even considered as an alternative to João Palhinha at a time when the signing of the Portugal international had not yet been completed. With Palhinha’s arrival at the Luz now finalized, the Barcelona player is no longer an immediate priority, but he remains on the radar.

Casadó’s situation has now taken a new turn, with several clubs keeping a close eye on the footballer’s future. The Spain international is represented by Portuguese agent Jorge Mendes, who is said to be working on a solution for the player to leave the Catalan club.

Sunderland and Nottingham Forest were the first clubs to show interest, but according to Fabrizio Romano, Leipzig have also joined the race and are looking for a way to secure the midfielder’s signing. Marc Casadó’s name is not, however, the only midfielder linked with Besiktas.

The Turkish club are also tracking Richard Ríos, from Benfica, as they look to strengthen the middle of the park. The 26-year-old Colombian is also on the market, and his departure from the Luz is a possibility in this transfer window.

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