Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad have firmed up their interest in Barcelona’s Unai Hernandez by making an offer for the youngster.
According to Jijantes, Al-Ittihad have made an initial offer of €4.5 million plus half a million in add-ons for the 20-year-old.
The report adds that “negotiations are moving forwards” and there is “optimism” from both clubs that a deal will be done.
Unai is out of contract in the summer, and yet to receive an extension, but it looks like Barca are willing to let him go now and recoup a fee.
The youngster missed Barca Atletic’s game at the weekend amid the speculation over his future, with Albert Sanchez explaining his absence:
“Unai did not play because his mind is not here.