Even though Barcelona is close to winning the UEFA Champions League trophy, it’s almost one hundred percent sure that they won’t be able to convince Dani Alves to stay with the club. The latest reports regarding the defender are that Manchester United is very close to signing him, as the Red Devils have offered the Brazilian better financial terms. Furthermore, Alves’ contract with Barcelona is until June this summer, which means that the Premier League club won’t have to pay a transfer fee.
The Brazilian right-back has played a terrific season with Barcelona, and it’s a shame that he will be leaving the club. Letting Alves leave wouldn’t be the best decision from the management of the Catalonians, as the player has been a vital part of the club’s success throughout the last seven years. Furthermore, Barcelona won’t be able to sign a replacement at least until the January transfer window because of the current transfer ban. So it’s a bit hard to believe all the rumors stating that Alves will leave the club. The way I see it, Barcelona will do almost everything in order to keep the Brazilian defender for at least a season or two more.
Nevertheless, if the Red Devils can really get him to sign with them, the team will be able to replace Antonio Valencia, who isn’t enjoying a lot of successes lately. Alves will be a big upgrade over Valencia, especially on the offensive end, as the current Barcelona player is widely known for his attacking abilities. However, Manchester United fans shouldn’t get their hopes too high. As I have previously said, I don’t think that Barcelona will let Dani Alves go so easily. If the Red Devils really want the right-back to arrive at Old Trafford, they will have to offer the player a lot more money than Barca.
Soccer Rumors: Dani Alves on the verge of signing with Manchester United
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