Georges Mikautadze expresses desire for Barcelona move amid speculation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Villarreal striker Georges Mikautadze, who has scored five goals this season, stated he is ready to join a big club, expressing admiration for Barcelona. Mikautadze was linked to a potential transfer to Barcelona last summer, but the club ultimately acquired Gabriel Jesus as a backup forward. He acknowledged the motivation behind the rumors and reflected on his dream to play for a major team. The transfer focus for Barcelona appears to have shifted towards strengthening their defense rather than the attack.
- •Mikautadze has scored five goals in 15 appearances for Villarreal this season.
- •Barcelona signed Gabriel Jesus after losing Lewandowski and Torres.
- •Mikautadze has been linked to Barcelona during previous transfer windows.
- •He has expressed a longstanding admiration for Barcelona and desires to play for a big club.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Ready for a big club’ - Mikautadze responds to Barca transfer talk
"There was speculation about a move last summer.
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