Barcelona Pursues Young Talent Cardoso Varela from Dinamo Zagreb
Interest in the Young Striker
Cardoso Varela, a 17-year-old forward from Portugal, who recently transitioned from FC Porto to Dinamo Zagreb, remains a target for FC Barcelona.
According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona is prepared to present an offer of €5 million, along with an additional €20 million in performance-related bonuses, for the talented striker.
Resistance from Dinamo Zagreb
Despite Barcelona’s overtures, the Croatian club is standing firm against the Catalans’ attempts to acquire Varela. Notably, the player’s representative, Andy Bara, has engaged in several discussions with Deco, the sporting director of Barcelona.
It is worth noting that Varela has already made nine appearances for Dinamo Zagreb’s senior team, netting a goal against Malmo in the Europa League.
Contractual Situation and Valuation
Currently, Varela is under contract with Dinamo Zagreb until 2028, and he holds a market value of approximately €277,000, as reported by Flashscore.
Player Statistics
| Statistic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age | 17 |
| Current Club | Dinamo Zagreb |
| Previous Club | FC Porto |
| Contract Until | 2028 |
| Appearances | 9 |
| Goals | 1 |
| Market Value | €277,000 |
This ongoing pursuit highlights Barcelona’s commitment to strengthening their squad with promising young talent, as they continue to track Varela’s progress.
