After impressive results against Chelsea and Liverpool, Leeds United now in talks to sign Barcelona star: Reports

Leeds United are reportedly in talks with Barcelona over the signing of Roony Bardghji as they look to strengthen their attacking options.

Bardghji, who joined Barcelona in the summer, has struggled for playing time at the Catalan club. The 20-year-old has made just 10 appearances for Barca this season and has started only three LaLiga matches.

Newly promoted side Leeds turned heads in the past few weeks with impressive results in quick succession against two of the Premier League’s big six. They defeated Chelsea 3-1 last Wednesday before claiming a famous 3-3 draw at home against Liverpool over the weekend. Despite the remarkable results from their last two matches, the Peacocks are close to the relegation zone, as they currently sit 16th in the table.

According to MOT Leeds News, Bardghji has emerged as a player of interest to Leeds United, and the West Yorkshire-based club have contacted Barcelona over his loan signing.

Bardghji was handed a rare start by manager Hansi Flick against Real Betis, and the Swede seized the opportunity, registering a goal and one assist as Barcelona ran out 5-3 winners. Adding to the intrigue, reports from Spain claim that La Blaugrana are ready to let him leave on loan.

Barcelona star Roony Bardghji hoping for ‘more minutes’ after starring against Real Betis

Roony Bardghji is hoping for more minutes after being named in the starting lineup for Barca LaLiga’s match against Real Betis. The winger played for 68 minutes, and his goal was his first for the club.

Speaking to the media after the game, Bardghji expressed excitement about opening his Barcelona account and made it clear that he wants more game time with Hasi Flick’s side. He said:

“It’s an incredible feeling to score my first goal. I’m very happy, We’ve been training really well and we’re on the right track; we must continue on this path. I was coming off a period where I hadn’t played much and I’m grateful for these minutes, I’m very happy with the victory. I hope to have more minutes and be able to help the team. I had to be in the right place, I saw that Pedri had the ball and I just had to shoot if he passed it to me.”

The Swede also earned praise from Flick after the game, with the German tactician telling reporters:

“Roony Bardghji is an option. Just like Lamine in the middle. I asked him if he would like to play as a 10 and he said yes. Roony has had a great game. Now we have another option.”

Bardghji's current deal with Barca will run out in 2029.