Mason Greenwood is said to have informed his advisors that securing a summer transfer to Barcelona is his “dream.”
Following the decision that he would not be playing for Manchester United in the near future, the former England international was sent on loan at Getafe in Spain.
This happened following the withdrawal of criminal charges for attempted rape, assault, and coercive control against him. The 22-year-old refuted every accusation.
The Catalan giants have long-standing interest in Greenwood, and rumors around the end of December indicated they were considering a £40 million bid for the United outcast.
And when The Sun revealed that Greenwood has instructed his advisors to carry out the transfer, it now seems as though the striker is leaning towards a move to the Camp Nou.
A source told The Sun: “Barcelona want to sign Greenwood, and he wants to move there. The next step is for the clubs to come to an agreement.
“Manchester United want to sell the player and the manager has accepted Greenwood won’t be returning. The view is that it is best for all parties to have a clean break. As talented as Greenwood is, a return to the club when they are at the start of a new chapter, with new owners, is regarded as a backward step.
“A deal with Barcelona is likely to include a number of add-ons depending on games Mason goes on to play for them and possibly for England too.
“Mason is setting his sights on playing for his country again one day.
“Time will tell on that, but for the moment Mason is focused on further making a name for himself in La Liga. He hit the ground running at Getafe and played well which is why Barcelona want him.
“They think he is a player who can help take them to the next level both in the domestic competitions and in Europe and is one for the future. They think Greenwood would also be an exciting signing for the fans. They’ve sent scouts to watch him six times this season and the reports have been overwhelmingly positive.”
Real Sociedad and Valencia are reportedly “monitoring” the England star, according to SunSport, although Barcelona have already taken the lead.
