The three Argentine defenders Barcelona are eyeing as possible signings | OneFootball

With Andreas Christensen out and Ronald Araújo on leave due to mental health issues, the team led by Hansi Flick will need to make additions to the central defense, and for that, they are targeting Argentine players, two of whom are world champions.

In the midst of a Christmas and New Year break, Barcelona is already starting to move in the winter transfer market in Europe. In this regard, the portal Mundo Deportivo published a report about the players that the Barça team has on its radar, especially to reinforce the central defense, considering the absences of Andreas Christensen and the indefinite leave of Ronald Araújo. On that list, among several names, appear three Argentines, two of them world champions: Nicolás Otamendi, Marcos Senesi, and Juan Foyth.

In Otamendi's case, he is 37 and seems to be approaching the twilight of his career. Nevertheless, he is a starter at José Mourinho's Benfica and a key player due to his leadership and for wearing the captain's armband. His contract ends in June 2026 and, for now, it is unclear if he will renew.

With Senesi, the situation is similar, as his contract also expires in June of next year. Likewise, he is 28 years old and has already played 170 matches in the Premier League wearing Bournemouth's shirt under Andoni Iraola, one of last season's and this season's revelations. His strong performances earned him a call-up from Lionel Scaloni to join the Argentina national team. His signing won't be easy, as Atlético de Madrid, managed by Cholo Simeone, is also reportedly interested in acquiring him, something that would drive up the price of the native of Entre Ríos.

Juan Foyth has 149 matches with Villarreal under his belt and convinces Barcelona with his versatility, as he can play perfectly as a right back and central defender. In addition, he is quite skilled at playing out from the back, something that could attract the Catalan club.

Other names appearing on the list provided by Mundo Deportivo are Stefan de Vrij from Inter and teammate of Lautaro Martínez, Diogo Leite, a 26-year-old defender from Union Berlin in Germany, Diego Llorente from Betis, and Luiz Felipe, who belongs to Rayo Vallecano.

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