Update on the future of this Arsenal and Chelsea target- According to reports, Barcelona may try to get rid of the 30-year-old Brazilian goalkeeper this summer. It is said that about nine teams are interested in the No.13’s services. The only constant variable in the Barcelona changing room has been changed until perfection. Norberto Murara Neto no longer fits in the top tier club’s ranks.
There has been a certain cloud of doubt overs Neto’s future at Camp Nou. This is especially when he is generally regarded as the most underutilized player in the team. With only four games under his belt this season, there is not much to judge his performance on.
“I come to Barça in my prime, as a goalkeeper, and as a person, and I think this is the best time for me. Rewards come for those who go looking for them, and I have worked hard for this one. That is why I say I am very proud, satisfied, happy, and 100% ready for the challenge,” were Neto’s fine words when he addressed the auditorium 1899 after being signed by the Spanish Giants last year.
In contradiction, Barcelona has underplayed him in the shadow of their premier goalkeeper, Ter Stegen. They have also have put him out to dry in this summer window.
What Does The Future Hold For Neto?
However, various clubs from different leagues have expressed their interest in signing the Brazilian player soon as the news broke. Inter Milan is the forerunner in this race. Neto could bag a decent sum this summer at the cost of losing his place from a top tier side. On the other hand, Barcelona’s struggles in establishing complete might in the Spanish League and the Champions league have been evident in the scorecards.
Their star talisman Lionel Messi’s claim about Barcelona not deserving the Champions League title this year, owing to the tactical faults, has lighted a debate on the club’s managerial department. This is a very dim time for Neto to leave the group. However, in the bigger picture, this may be the perfect opportunity the 30-year-old will be looking for to boost his career.
Barcelona may loan highly-rated goalkeeper, Inaki Pena which can kill all the backups for Ter Stegen. Despite that, reports also claim that the management eyes Andre Onana from Ajax. Camp Nou seems to be looking for a fee of €20m-25m for Neto. They are however willing to negotiate if interested clubs struggle to meet that price.
Do Arsenal And Chelsea Really Want Him?
It is quite likely that Neto returns back the Mestalla and add some power to the Valencia lineup. Estadio Deportivo strongly suggests that Real Betis are closely following the Brazilian star ahead of a possible signing. His secondary role at Barcelona as a replacement to Ter Stegen could be promoted to a starter in Seville.
English giants like Chelsea and Arsenal who are looking out to strengthen their back-line. They are ready to spend for a valuable offer. Arsenal is in need of more keepers, with the likes of Martinez possibly expected to leave this summer.
With so much on the line, Neto’s run with Barcelona seems to be more or less over this summer. However, there is no official statement issued by the goalkeeper amidst such confusion.
