Has emerged as an option for Barcelona chelseaMark Cucurella after this season.
The left-back is a product of Barcelona's academy, but he has not received regular opportunities to prove his worth with their first team.
After spells at Eibar and Getafe, he moved to Brighton & Hove Albion in 2021 and then Chelsea a year later.
After overcoming early difficulties, the left-back has been a regular for the Blues, and has made 158 appearances.
His Premier League statistics this season are as follows:
- Appearances: 30
- Start: 27
- Total minutes: 2,350
- Minutes per game: 78
- Interceptions per game: 1.0
- Tackles per game: 1.6
- Recoveries per game: 3.3
- Clearances per game: 2.9
- Blocked shots per game: 0.3
- Duels won per game: 3.5
On Tuesday, Sports Witness Covered claims from Spain That Barcelona want to sign the 27-year-old. The same source said the La Liga side have talked about the Chelsea star within the club.
No contact with Chelsea player
Mark Cucurella would welcome a move to Barcelona, and it's on the front page of today's edition sports world.
In the report, the newspaper say the Spain international has 'opened the door' to joining the La Liga winners.
Add World: 'For him, a return to Barça would be a personal dream, a special motivation to return to the club of his life as a more mature player.'
During the last international break, the Spanish media asked him about the possibility of returning to Camp Nou.
At that time he said: "It would be hard to turn it down. I have to think about my family. If it happens, it happens, and we'll see what decision is made."
While the defender opens the door, Barcelona sporting director Deco has not yet spoken with his agent.
In addition, the situation at Stamford Bridge is another reason why the 27-year-old player is willing to join Barcelona.
The Blues parted ways with Enzo Maresca in January and appointed Liam Rosenior as his successor. Earlier this month, the Club World Cup winners sacked the latter after a string of poor performances.
Chelsea now sit eighth in the table, two points behind sixth-placed Brighton & Hove Albion and 10 points behind fifth-placed Aston Villa. He is likely to miss the Champions League.
Cucurella could consider leaving the west London club if there is an attractive offer and the Blues would also be open to a sale for around €50m.
It is unclear whether Barca are willing to pay this, even though his wages should not be an issue. At the moment, he is not a priority as Deco is focusing on improving other positions. The Catalan club could consider the Spaniard if there are significant sales in the summer.
Contract, price and agent information
Mark Cucurella's contract expires in 2028 and is worth €50m transfer market.
The Blues fullback is being managed by agents Alex Pick and Alvaro Dominguez.
