Barcelona in ‘very advanced’ negotiations for Antoñito Cordero

La Liga giants Barcelona are increasingly hopeful of landing Málaga talent Antoñito Cordero with a view to next season.

That’s according to Diario Sport, who have on Thursday provided an insight into the situation.

The name of youngster Antoñito emerged as a central one in the transfer headlines at the aforementioned Barcelona during the summer.

As much came after word was forthcoming that the 17-year-old had made his way firmly onto the radar of the powers that be at the Camp Nou.

Cordero is widely considered to be one of Spanish football’s standout young talents, and, despite his tender years, played a leading role with Málaga’s first-team last season.

Such exploits piqued the attentions of Deco and the Barcelona transfer team, who went as far as to table an offer for his signature.

As much failed to meet the demands of the brass at La Rosaleda, but, evidently, the Blaugrana have not been deterred.

As per Sport:

‘Antoñito Cordero’s contract expires in 2025 and Barça, who already tried to sign him last season, would have very advanced conditions with Pini Zahavi, his agent.’

In fact, under the right conditions, the versatile attacker could even make the move to Catalunya’s capital in January.

Conor Laird – GSFN