According to a report by El Nacional, Paulo Dybala could leave Juventus for free in the upcoming summer transfer window. Such a development gave a huge boost to Barcelona, who had the opportunity to secure the services of the 28-year-old Argentina international on a free transfer as per Bosman’s law.
Paulo Dybala joined Juventus from Palermo in July 2015 and since then has made great leaps. While the player had some memorable periods during his tenure with the Bianconeri, he has largely been a key figure in Serie A for the past six years. And after a difficult season 2020/21, he regained the lead in Allianz this season.
The 28-year-old has eight goals and four assists in 17 appearances across all competitions so far this season. However, Dybala’s future with Juventus is very uncertain, which puts them in an uncomfortable position. A case like this has caught the attention of several big-name clubs across Europe, with Barcelona reportedly being one of the candidates for the Argentina international.
The interest from Barcelona is logical, given their shortcomings on the offensive side. The departure of Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann left the Blaugrana team suffering from a lack of quality options in the last third, especially with the form of Memphis Depay, and the decline after a strong start with Barcelona.
Recent reports have also claimed that Barcelona may sell Depay next summer. With Ansu Fati’s fitness issues not being ignored, the Catalan giants need to provide an offensive boost next summer, despite a deal being reached to sign Ferran Torres in the January transfer window.
To this end, Dybala is a viable target, especially if he decides to terminate his contract with Juventus and leave Allianz Stadium as a free agent. However, recent reports have claimed that the 28-year-old is not interested in joining Barcelona as he was keen to renew his terms with the Bianconeri. But this situation has completely changed now.
With Juventus battling for one of the top four spots, not to mention vying for the Serie A title, the Argentina international is ready to look for a new adventure next summer. Such a development gave Barcelona a huge boost in his quest, as it provided the Blaugrana an opportunity to snatch him in a free transfer move.
Dybala’s arrival could change the shape of Barcelona’s attack, as he could form a formidable offensive partnership with Fati and Torres next summer. Therefore, it remains to be seen if the 28-year-old Argentina international will leave Juventus as a free agent before joining Barcelona.