AS Monaco is on the way to living an agitated transfer window with two of its largest nuggets, Maghnes Akliouche and Eliesse Ben Seghir, who arouse strong interest in Europe. According to Sport BildFC Barcelona, Newcastle and several other clubs are on the lookout to try to tear these promising talents.
Akliouche, the target of Newcastle and Barça
Maghnes Akliouche, 23, is one of the most prominent players in the season in Ligue 1. Author of five goals and seven assists in 32 games in all competitions, the right winger stands out as a rising value of French football. His contract runs until 2028, but his future is far from being sealed.
According to the German source, FC Barcelona has kept an attentive eye on Akliouche since its remarkable performance against the Blaugranas in the Champions League (2-1 victory of Monaco). The player himself did not hide his admiration for the Spanish game, saying: “My favorite teams are Spanish. »»
Newcastle United, ambitious on the market, has also positioned itself. The English club would be ready to make an offer of 60 million euros to attach the services of Monegasque talent, whose market value is currently estimated at 40 million euros.
Ben Seghir, a profile that seduces Barça
For his part, Eliesse Ben Seghir, 20, continues to impress with Monaco. With nine goals and eight assists in 36 appearances this season, the Franco-Moroccan confirms his exceptional beginnings at the highest level (doubled for his first game in the elite).
Still according to Sport BildFC Barcelona would have spotted Ben Seghir during the confrontation in the Champions League and would closely follow its evolution. Its contract in Monaco runs until 2027, and its rating on the market soar (estimated at 30 million euros).
With these two jewels under the spotlight, Monaco could be faced with crucial decisions this summer. Will Monegasque leaders have to give in to the temptation of XXL offers or resist to build around their young talents? Business to follow …