Sergio Ramos to Barcelona? Presidential candidate willing to make it happen

premature resignation of Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu opened up an opportunity for several Catalan personalities to establish ir reign at Camp u. Victor Font has emerged as one of top contenders for presidential office, elections for which are reportedly scheduled to take place in January next year. Font was quite vocal on certain key issues in a recent interview, in particular regarding Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos.

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Sergio Ramos transfer uncertainty continues 

Font, who sees himself as next Barcelona president, was extremely candid during a recent interaction with Spanish outlet Cope as he preps for upcoming elections. presidential candidate spoke about transfers, squad, situation surrounding club icon Lionel Messi, besides also speaking on ir eternal rival’s captain, Sergio Ramos.

Ramos’ future at Real Madrid remains uncertain with his contract set to expire at end of current season. Although some reports claimed Los Blancos are willing to give in to skipper’s demands of a two-season contract extension, concrete steps have been taken officially.

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LaLiga news: Font would seal Sergio Ramos transfer if Xavi demands 

Font, who has been vocal about wanting to rope in club legend Xavi as next manr if elected as president, insists he would sign Ramos on former midfielder’s request. However, he did put out a word of caution, stating signing would take place only if it was ecomically feasible considering financial restraints amid coronavirus pandemic.

Real Madrid have a policy, per which club awards a season-long extension once a player crosses of 30. defending LaLiga champions were initially determined to uphold policy but a change in ir stance was visible when reports of interest from Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in signing centre-back began doing rounds.

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Font speaks on Messi ahead of Barcelona elections 

A similar situation is shaping up amid Messi transfer saga. Argentine, who was keen on seeking an amicable exit last summer, is in his final season at club. Manchester City are frontrunners to land six-time Ballon d’Or winner next summer, with reports of a pre-agreement in January on cards.

Font slammed club board led by Bartomeu, asserting that Barcelona did t fulfil ir promise. club had promised him a respectful exit as per his wishes, but fell back on ir word, leaving Messi disappointed, said Font ahead of crucial Barcelona elections. He aims to convince Messi about ir project for Barcelona, with Champions League ultimate objective.

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Im courtesy: Victor Font, Real Madrid Instagram