Barcelona have reportedly pinpointed West Ham United midfielder and Manchester United target Tomas Soucek as a possible signing during this summer’s transfer market.
The 26-year-old star has been in impressive form for the Irons during the 2020-21 campaign, netting eight times in 27 Premier League matches.
Soucek only joined David Moyes’s team on a permanent deal from Slavia Prague last year and has a contract at the London Stadium until the summer of 2024.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side could consider an additional reinforcement in the middle of the park.
At present, the Norwegian prefers a trio of Paul Pogba, Scott McTominay and. However, there are doubts over the Frenchman’s future.
Furthermore, the Serbian star Nemanja Matic is getting towards the twilight of his playing career and his playing time has dropped significantly.
Therefore, the club may be on the lookout for stars who can reinforce their midfield for years to come. At the age of 25, the Hammers’ man is entering the prime of his career.
Manchester United may test West Ham’s resolve, though – with a central midfielder next on their shortlist after the signing of a central defender.
However, according to a report from TodoFichajes, Barca are interested in bringing the Czech Republic international to La Liga, having been impressed by his displays since arriving in the Premier League.
The report states that the Catalan side could potentially include either Martin Braithwaite or Miralem Pjanic as a makeweight in a move as Blaugrana are struggling with the financial impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
