Barca consider Gosens too expensive, to give up on their pursuit (reliability: 5 stars)

Barcelona consider that the €35m price tag Atalanta have slapped on Robin Gosens is too expensive, thus making his transfer not viable, German outlet Sport1 report. Blaugrana are also not sure whether the Italians would agree to a swap deal, Catalunya Radio add.

The Catalans reportedly considered the 26-year-old as an option to reinforce the left-back position. However, they might have to switch their attention to other players, with Jose Gaya and La Masia graduate Alejandro Grimaldo previously named as potential targets.

As for Gosens, he said that he could be open to a big move this summer. Besides Barca, the Germany international has attracted interest from Bundesliga clubs, namely Borussia Dortmund.

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"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.

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.