FC Barcelona is among several prestigious clubs that have shown interest in Leicester City teenager Louis Page, according to TeamTalk.
The 18-year-old England youth midfielder has emerged as a primary target for Manchester United, who attempted to recruit him during the summer and remain optimistic about their chances of securing his transfer.
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Louis Page valued at £15 million
Page, a graduate of Leicester’s youth academy, has progressed to the first team following a successful debut season last year.
The versatile midfielder has already logged 36 senior appearances for the Foxes, including 15 in the current season, where he has contributed one goal and five assists.
His experience includes six caps for the England U19 national team, and he is contracted to the club until the summer of 2029.
Leicester City has set a price tag of £15 million for Page. Reports indicate that the club is open to selling the midfielder in January, provided two conditions are fulfilled.
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Firstly, Leicester wants Page to stay with the team for the remainder of the current season. Secondly, they are asking for a complete fee of £15 million (€18 million).
Heavyweight competition for Page
As stated earlier, Manchester United currently leads the pursuit of Page and feels confident about securing the talented midfielder.
However, additional clubs have also entered the competition for the young star. Notable teams such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, Newcastle United, and Borussia Dortmund have all expressed interest in Page.
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Barcelona has also been monitoring Page’s performances, as they have recently shifted focus to scouting English talent.
The Spanish club previously signed Ajay Tavares from Norwich City earlier this year and has shown interest in Manchester United’s JJ Gabriel, who seems poised to join Real Madrid.
Interestingly, Real Madrid has also scouted Page.
At this stage, Barcelona’s interest in the 18-year-old appears to be minimal, and there is little indication of an imminent move. Instead, all signs suggest that Manchester United is in a strong position to acquire the talented midfielder.
