Barcelona and Atlético Madrid pursue Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Barcelona and Atlético Madrid have reached out to Chelsea regarding a potential summer transfer of defender Marc Cucurella. The 27-year-old left-back appears open to leaving Stamford Bridge following a disappointing season. Barcelona's sporting director Deco has contacted Cucurella's camp, while Atlético Madrid views the player as a top priority for their defensive lineup. Both clubs face challenges in finalizing deals as departures are needed from Barcelona to make an official offer. The summer transfer window is expected to be active for both La Liga sides.
- •Barcelona and Atlético Madrid contacted Chelsea about Marc Cucurella.
- •Cucurella is reportedly frustrated at Chelsea and open to a departure.
- •Barcelona requires player departures before making an official offer.
- •Atlético Madrid considers Cucurella a top priority for their defense.
- •The summer transfer window could be active for both clubs.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona & Atlético Madrid contact Chelsea over summer transfer
"The boards at La Liga giants Barcelona and Atlético Madrid have both touched base with their counterparts at Chelsea over recent weeks.This comes with the two Spanish sides eyeing a deal for Blues d...
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