FC Barcelona has reignited its pursuit of a dynamic Inter Milan ace, eyeing a strategic move to bolster its squad.
With sporting director Deco steering transfer strategy, the Blaugrana are revisiting a high-profile target from Serie A to bolster their defensive line.
As financial constraints loom, a dynamic player’s contract situation and standout performances have reignited interest, potentially shaping Barcelona’s right flank for the 2026 campaign.
Barcelona have set their sights on Inter Milan’s right-back Denzel Dumfries, the 29-year-old Dutch international whose contract extends to 2028.
Dumfries, with a €25m release clause that expired in July 2025, was previously monitored but not pursued due to other priorities.
Deco now sees him as a prime candidate to strengthen the right-back position, where Jules Koundé has been deployed.
Inter Milan denied receiving offers, emphasizing Dumfries’s value after his key role in their 2024/25 Champions League final run.
Dumfries’s physicality, attacking runs, and European experience make him an attractive fit for Flick’s high-intensity system, though his occasional defensive lapses raise concerns.
Barcelona’s financial caution, despite a €380m Spotify deal, led them to bypass his release clause earlier, but a 2026 move is now in focus.
Inter’s firm stance and Dumfries’s rising market value—potentially exceeding €30m—complicate negotiations, requiring Deco to balance priorities.
The Dutchman’s maturity and stamina align with Barcelona’s needs, especially with Ronald Araujo and Pau Cubarsí anchoring the center.
However, financial fair play limits and competition for other targets, like Atlético Madrid’s interest in Andreas Christensen, add urgency.
Deco’s strategy hinges on monitoring Dumfries’s progress, as Inter may demand a premium without the clause.
If Barcelona secures the funds, Dumfries could provide the defensive and offensive balance needed to elevate their La Liga and Champions League aspirations, marking a strategic coup for the Blaugrana.
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