Pranav Nair
Ronald Koeman increasingly confident of landing former Manchester United star Memphis Depay
According to El Mundo Deportivo (h/t The Daily Mail), Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman is confident of signing former Manchester United star Memphis Depay.
The Dutchman was linked in the summer with a return to United as a potential alternative to Jadon Sancho. He was touted to be available for as low as £11.3million.
With his contract set to expire in the summer, Barcelona can land the Dutch international on a free transfer.
Depay admitted just last week that he is happy at Lyon. Koeman has been a long-term admirer of the player and even managed him during his stint as Holland boss.
He was signed for Manchester United by former boss Louis van Gaal in 2015. A prolific player for PSV Eindhoven, Depay struggled to show his best on a consistent basis at United.
Depay eventually moved to Lyon in 2017. He has since rebuilt his reputation and is today a key player for the Ligue 1 side.
Depay made just 13 goal contributions in 53 games for United. He has enjoyed much better success at Lyon, where he has made 113 contributions in 157 games. (h/t Transfermarkt)
The 26-year-old is Lyon’s topscorer this season and is in the prime of his career. A move to Barcelona to play under a manager who has faith in him could be just what he needs.
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Depay for one does not appear to be on the verge of a return to the Theatre of Dreams. Barcelona for their part will potentially be getting an excellent player for free.
