Jaden Philogene has admitted he would choose the Premier League even if Barcelona were his dream. The 22-year-old has been linked with a number of clubs in recent days. With Barca among those interested.
They see Filogene as an option on the left wing. But that is only a secondary target, with the Catalan giants believed to still be interested in Nico Williams. Filogene
has admitted that Barca are his dream club and he hopes to one day join them, but he is now keen on a Premier League move as the offer is clearer.
“I chose the Premier League because it was the clearest offer I had. But my dream is La Liga,” Philogene told โปรโมชั่น ufabet. “Barca is my dream. I hope to sign with them one day. My idols are Ronaldinho and Neymar.”
Philogene’s agent was reported to have taken a photo outside Barca’s offices on Thursday. Although the report claims the photo was taken last month. He was travelling there to talk to the youngster about his La Masia status.
Philogene has impressed for Hull last season, scoring 12 goals in 32 games as the club finished seventh in the Championship.
The BBC says Premier League new boys Ipswich Town are closing in on a deal to sign Filogene, but he is also said to be interested in the player, with Everton and West Ham United also interested.