Asked about the rumours linking him with a move to Celtic Glasgow (read more here), Barcelona midfielder Marc Crosas (20) has said in an interview with Scottish tabloid Daily Record that he has received proposals from Celtic and Sevilla and that he would be ready to accept a loan deal:
"I would love to join Celtic. I enjoyed my time last season at Lyon a lot and it is now up to Barcelona to agree a deal with Celtic or Sevilla. Both have made proposals which appear acceptable to Barça. An agreement now has to be struck with one of them so that I know where I will be playing next season.The option of a season at Celtic could be perfect and there might even be an option to extend that stay.
For me it would be an enrichening experience to play in Scotland. As well as the football, I would experience another culture and also improve my English. Gaining experience of playing in the Champions League is another attraction and I am thrilled about that possibility. Celtic is a very attractive proposition."
In an interview with British tabloid The Sun, the Catalan midfielder says he's waiting to see what will happen: "I haven’t spoken with anyone from Scotland yet, but I am awaiting news. People have spoken about Celtic and Sevilla but everything depends on Barcelona’s decision."
A Barcelona source is quoted as saying that Barcelona sees the Scottish champions as a good option: "Barcelona rate Marc very highly so there’s no way they will sell him. But Guardiola likes the Scottish mentality, the work ethic and the team spirit. Moving to Celtic for a year would also give him some valuable Champions League experience."
The Sun also claims that English Premier League teams West Ham, Everton, Newcastle and Sunderland would now all have declared an interest in Crosas, who says that he likes the English league: "After FC Barcelona, English football’s my passion. But, if I leave Barcelona, it is with the intention to return."
Catalan sports Sport claims that Crosas is close to joining Celtic on a one-year loan deal. Barcelona and Celtic officials have started negotiations and an agreement could be reached soon. There would still be discussion about an option for Celtic to buy Crosas next summer.
Sevilla regional newspaper ABC de Sevilla claims that Crosas is a back-up option for Sevilla in case the transfer of Racing midfielder Duscher wouldn't go through. Sevilla sports director Monchi would have well-advanced contacts with Barcelona on a transfer.
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Does anyone have a clue of the transfer fee for Crosas. I am really courius to know.
Thank you in advance
Granche
If it's a loan, there probably won't be a fee (or a small one), then his new club just pays his salary.
Barca can either loan him or "sell" him for a small fee with a buy back option clause inserted into the contract. Personally I think Barcelona will opt for the former rather than the latter.
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