Barcelona Confident Of Signing Chelsea Star Azpilicueta

Barcelona are confident of signing Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta on a free transfer this summer, GOAL understands.
Azpilicueta, 32, has been an established first-teamer for the Blues ever since he first moved to Stamford Bridge in 2012.

However he is at odds with the club over renewing his contract, giving Barca an opportunity to add him to their squad.

Keen to add quality and experience to their backline, Barcelona have made Azpilicueta a top target for the summer transfer window.

Coach Xavi is fighting hard to complete the deal, which would go through when his deal expires in June.

Chelsea hope to count on his services for 2022-23 and talks have taken place over a possible renewal.

For now though the two parties are yet to strike an agreement, with no new talks having been held between player and club since the beginning of January.