Nigerian midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka continues to be a key target for FC Barcelona as the club weighs its options in the final weeks of the transfer window, as per the Spanish media outlet Sport.
Despite no immediate move being made, Barcelona has kept Chukwuemeka on their shortlist as a potential midfield reinforcement.
The 20-year-old Chelsea player, valued at approximately €15 million according to Transfermarkt, has drawn interest from Barça due to his versatility and dynamic style of play. Initial contacts between the two clubs and the player’s agents have already taken place, signaling Barcelona’s serious consideration of the young talent.
While Chelsea has expressed a desire to keep Chukwuemeka, the player himself is reportedly concerned about limited playing time under new coach Enzo Maresca. This uncertainty has kept the door open for Barcelona, who are closely monitoring the situation.
Although Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is currently content with the performances of young midfielders Marc Casadó and Bernal, Chukwuemeka remains on the club’s radar. The Catalan giants are prepared to revisit the possibility of signing him if circumstances change or if an opportunity arises in the final stretch of the transfer window.
Chukwuemeka is aware that August can bring unexpected developments, and he remains hopeful that Barcelona might make a move. For now, the player remains a prominent option for Barça, with the club ready to act swiftly should the need for additional midfield strength arise.
