CoventryLive reports on Coventry City transfers, while Sky Blues could face a setback in their purported pursuit of Scotland’s and Aberdeen’s 21-year-old Midfielder for the Under-21 team who will be eligible to receive pay this summer
Rangers are prepared to “step up their interest” in Connor Barron, an Aberdeen midfielder who is reportedly Coventry City’s transfer target and is out of contract.
The 21-year-old has been offered a new contract, but there is growing interest in the deep-lying playmaker. Our sister title the Daily Record reports that Bologna has joined the growing list of Italian clubs considering a summer move for the player, while the Sky Blues and Swansea in the Championship are said to be “keen.”
According to SunSport, Philippe Clement, the manager of Rangers and a former Sky Blues player, is leading the chase to sign the Scotland under-21 player this summer.
There are reportedly still suitors in Italy and England for the 21-year-old, with Serie A’s Cagliari leading the pack. However, the Gers are eager to sign him after previously acquiring Jefte, Oscar Cortes, and Clinton Nsiala this summer.
Barron has reportedly been on a little vacation in Portugal, but he may return for a physical and contract negotiations.
Aberdeen should receive payment for a player that progressed through Pittodrie’s junior system. Cross-border regulations may result in a compensation payout of up to £500,000 if Barron flees to Italy.
However, if the Premiership rivals are unable to reach an agreement over a transfer fee within Scotland, the Dons may have to worry about a tribunal ruling.
Barron performed exceptionally well at the close of the previous season under interim manager Peter Leven. He has also been linked to Swansea and Middlesbrough.
Of course, the Sky Blues still lack a replacement for Gustavo Hamer. Barron is regarded as a versatile midfield player who, like the exceptional Dutch/Brazilian, is capable of winning possession of the ball and setting up offensive opportunities. Because of his age, he also fits in well with City’s development strategy, which involves identifying up-and-coming players and working with them to develop into star assets under the skilled guidance of Adi Viveash.
