"I don't necessarily have to take the next step this summer. If something interesting comes up that can take me to the next level in regards with my development, then I'll think about it," Robin Gosens has told Sport1.
Meanwhile, it's been reported that Barcelona have contacted the wing-back's agent in regards to a possible summer move. Atalanta would be ready to part ways with Gosens if their asking price of €35m is met.
With all due respect to the Italian side, joining Barca would definitely be a step forward in the 26-year-old's career, However, the Catalans might not be the only big European clubs willing to bid for Gosens.
In the 2020/21 season, the Atalanta left-back recorded an impressive 12 goals and eight assists in 44 matches across all competitions. Gosens also pulled off a goal and an assist in Germany's recent 4-2 win against Portugal at the 2020 Euros.
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Barca contact agent of Germany's Euro 2020 hero Gosens, asking price unveiled (reliability: 5 stars)
Barcelona have contacted the agent of Germany and Atalanta wing-back Robin Gosens, as per Sport1.
Although the Italian side have triggered the option to extend his contract, they demand €35m for the 26-year-old.
Barca haven't yet made a formal offer for the left-back, it is said.
Some other big European clubs are reportedly interested in signing the player.
Despite losing to France on Matchday 1 of Euro 2020, Gosens produced a solid outing. He also scored a goal against Portugal on Saturday.
Last season, Gosens netted an impressive 12 goals and recorded 8 assists in 44 appearances for Atalanta.
Laporta promises 2 or 3 more signings – who are they? You asked, we answered
In his latest interview, Joan Laporta has said that the club would sign '3 or 4 new players' – this was before Memphis Depay's signing was officially announced, though, which means we can expect 2 or 3 new players to come.
Let's try to predict the will-be-strengthened positions and the players who might join Barca.
Left-back
Names mentioned: Jose Gaya, Alex Grimaldo, Nicolas Tagliafico.
With Junior Firpo set to leave the club, Barca will definitely look for Jordi Alba's substitute on the transfer market.
Juan Miranda has been sold to Real Betis while there are no other young left-backs at the club ready to take such a big role – and this makes Barca's intentions even clearer.
Central midfielder
Names mentioned: Ilkay Gundogan, Bernardo Silva, Fabian Ruiz, Ryan Gravenberch, Mikel Merino.
One might say there are plenty of central midfielders at Barca, but the coaching staff seemingly don't think so.
Ronald Koeman had been hunting for Georginio Wijnaldum's signature for long until PSG stole him at the very last minute. Rumour has it Barca won't give up as Koeman still needs a prolific man in the central area.
Centre-back
Names mentioned: Aymeric Laporte, Matthijs de Ligt.
It's possible that Barca actually end up signing nobody in this position but there are so many rumours that we simply can't ignore them.
Barca currently have 6 centre-backs on the roster but if both Samuel Umtiti and Clement Lenglet leave the club, it's obvious that the Catalans will go for another defender, be it highly-rated De Ligt or a cut-price option like Milan's Alessio Romagnoli.
Centre-forward
Names mentioned: Erling Haaland, Andre Silva, Alexander Isak.
Well, this is the least likely position to be reinforced out of the four.
Antoine Griezmann is expected to stay while Barca have signed Sergio Aguero and Memphis Depay, so it seems like we're well-packed upfront.
However, if Blaugrana get the chance to spend money on a real superstar, Joan Laporta will definitely consider this option.
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