Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr have reportedly opened talks to sign a certain FC Barcelona star ahead of the new season.
Franck Kessie's future at the Camp Nou remains uncertain especially after the arrival of Ilkay Gundogan on a free transfer from Manchester City.
With the number of big-name players moving to Saudi Arabia in recent weeks, the Ivory Coast international could be the next player to ditch Europe for Saudi Pro League.
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Mundo Deportivo has reported that Al Nassr have now joined Al Hilal in the race to sign the Ivorian midfielder for the 2023/2024 season after missing out on the league title.
Al Nassr have already bolstered their squad with the signing of Croatian star Marcelo Brozovic from Inter Milan, but they are now looking to add a couple high-profile names.
The report adds that Barcelona are looking to get €20 million for Kessie in this transfer window, although the Saudi outfit have only offered €14 million so far.
Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has reveals talks between himself and Kessie have already taken place.
"Frank Kessie? I spoke to him, yes. He already knows the situation, it is a private conversation and I will not make it public," Xavi said, as per Barcauniversal.
Kessie join Barcelona on a free transfer from AC Milan in 2022 and went on to make a total of 43 appearances while winning LaLiga and Spanish Super Cup.
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