Barcelona ‘preparing a shock move for Wilfried Zaha’… with the Spanish giants ‘considering the Crystal Palace star as a replacement if they sell out-of-favour forward Ferran Torres ‘
- Wilfried Zaha is yet to agree a contract extension with his club Crystal Palace
- Zaha is now free to negotiate a pre-contract with clubs abroad
- Barcelona are reportedly considering a move once Zaha becomes a free agent
- Ferran Torres had to leave the Nou Camp for Barca to move for Zaha
Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha has reportedly emerged as a target for Barcelona on a free transfer, as the winger enters the final months of his contract.
Zaha has been free to negotiate pre-contracts with overseas clubs from the start of the month, before his Palace deal expires at the end of the current campaign.
The Ivory Coast international made 445 appearances for the south London club over two spells, scoring 89 goals.
Wilfried Zaha has reportedly emerged as Barcelona’s target on a potential free transfer
Zaha has been targeted as a contender to replace the out-of-favour Ferran Torres
Zaha’s availability on a free has reportedly caught the attention of Barcelona, as the Catalan giants look to bolster their attacking options despite their financial constraints.
The winger has emerged as a summer transfer target, according to Fichajes, with Barca officials considering him as a replacement for the out-of-favour Ferran Torres.
Torres made a dream move to Barcelona from Manchester City in January, becoming Xavi’s first signing as head coach.
Barcelona head coach Xavi was not convinced by Torres during his year at the club
The Spanish international has been linked with a move away from the club just 12 months after signing, with Xavi unimpressed with the club’s return on their £46.3million investment to date.
Torres has scored just five goals in 19 appearances this season for Barca, with three in the Champions League against Viktoria Plzen.
The 22-year-old has completed the full match just once in 15 LaLiga games this season, with eight of his appearances coming from the bench.
Barcelona are said to be hoping to recoup most of their spending on Torres, as the club tries to manage its financial crisis.
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