Aston Villa, Barcelona now targeting Folarin Balogun from AS Monaco
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Aston Villa FC and FC Barcelona have joined Tottenham Hotspur in pursuing USMNT striker Folarin Balogun from AS Monaco, as reported by L’Equipe. Balogun, 25, impressed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and has been in strong form for Monaco. Tottenham previously initiated discussions to acquire the €60 million-rated player but now faces competition from both Villa and Barcelona. The latter is seeking forward options following the departure of Robert Lewandowski. Aston Villa's interest comes amid speculation surrounding Ollie Watkins’ potential move to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.
- •Aston Villa and Barcelona are now interested in Folarin Balogun.
- •Balogun is valued at €60 million after a successful World Cup.
- •Tottenham had previously entered talks to secure Balogun.
- •Barcelona needs attacking reinforcements after selling key players.
- •Villa's interest coincides with Watkins being linked to Al-Hilal.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona join Tottenham and Aston Villa in race for 19-goal Monaco striker – report
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa and Barcelona enter race to sign Tottenham target Folarin Balogun from Monaco
"Barcelona are continuing to explore options to strengthen their attack before the transfer deadline, and AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun has now emerged as a name on the club’s radar.According to ...
"Aston Villa FC and FC Barcelona have joined Tottenham Hotspur in the race to sign USMNT striker Folarin Balogun (25) from AS Monaco, according to L’Equipe. The former Arsenal youth graduate is a m...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 7:00 AMBarcelona join Tottenham and Aston Villa in race for 19-goal Monaco striker – report
Barcelona are continuing to explore options to strengthen their attack before the transfer deadline, and AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun has now emerged as a name on the club’s radar.According to ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 7:05 PMAston Villa and Barcelona enter race to sign Tottenham target Folarin Balogun from Monaco
Aston Villa FC and FC Barcelona have joined Tottenham Hotspur in the race to sign USMNT striker Folarin Balogun (25) from AS Monaco, according to L’Equipe. The former Arsenal youth graduate is a m...
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