Al-Hilal has expressed interest in a player from FC Barcelona. Alexis Olmedo, a central defender for the reserve team, is of interest to the Saudi team, according to reports from 'Jijantes'. So far, Simone Inzaghi's team has not presented any offers.
The 19-year-old defender has established himself in the backline of the team managed by Juliano Belletti. In the last season with Barça Atlètic in the Primera RFEF, he has played 25 matches, 21 as a starter, playing 1,982 minutes and receiving five yellow cards. The defender was on the bench in the final of the Under-20 Intercontinental against Flamengo at the Maracanã.
Alexis Olmedo has already received a call from Hansi Flick
Since the arrival of Hansi Flick to Catalonia, he has given an opportunity to the young talent that has been developing in La Masia. Alexis Olmedo already had the approval of the German coach, who took him into account for the tour in the United States, and was even called up for the match against Osasuna for matchday 27 of LaLiga EA Sports 24/25.
It should be noted that Olmedo can play as a central defender or as a right-back. The Manresa native is a central defender with good height (1.87 meters), fast, who is very good at interceptions and has a good ball exit. Last year, he signed his renewal until June 30, 2027.
Al Hilal also showed interest in Raphinha
It is not the first time that Al-Hilal has been interested in a player from FC Barcelona. In March, 'SPORT' reported that the Asian team presented an offer of 100 million euros and a contract of 200 million dollars for the next 4 years for Raphinha. However, the footballer did not accept the proposal and has stated that he wants to continue at Barça.
It is worth noting that the '11' is linked to the Blaugrana club until June 2028. According to 'Transfermarkt', the value of his card is 90 million euros. The Brazilian player has become an immovable piece for Flick's team.
Raphina played 57 matches, scored 34 goals and provided 23 assists in the 24/25 season, being important for obtaining LaLiga, Copa del Rey and Supercopa de España. The 25/26 season began with a goal against Mallorca in the first matchday of LaLiga and an assist to Ferran Torres in the match against Levante.