FC Barcelona keeps the top European football 'pearls' on its radar. One of the latest defenders to spark the interest of the Barça sporting management is the Croatian Luka Vuskovic. The 18-year-old center-back has already scored a couple of goals in 16 games (1,380 minutes) for Hamburg, who signed him on loan last summer from Tottenham.
Vuskovic is a defender with an imposing physique (1.93 m tall), but skillful with the ball at his feet, although his main strength is aerial play. **The center-back averages 85% passing accuracy** so far in the Bundesliga (653 completed) and has a 70% success rate in individual duels.
Furthermore, he can play seamlessly as a defensive midfielder and is comfortable on either side of the center. Luka has started in 14 of the 15 league matchdays with Hamburg, and his remarkable performance has sparked the interest of Barça and other European giants, although **his market value already reaches 40 million euros** on 'Transfermarkt'.
Tottenham Maintains Full Control Over Luka Vuskovic's Future
Recently, the 18-year-old player's father, Danijel, addressed the rumors linking Vuskovic with Barça and other 'top' clubs. Beyond the media noise, the footballer and his entourage remain completely calm about the future. So does Tottenham, as the 'Spurs' have already tied him down with a long-term contract, until the summer of 2031.
"**They are calling, many, in fact, but I'm not paying attention to them because everything will be resolved on its own**. I'm simply letting it run its course. There are people taking care of everything and keeping us informed from time to time," argued the defender's father and representative regarding possible offers next summer.
Tottenham, for now, is not clear whether they will decide to bring him back in 25/26 or negotiate another loan or transfer. The club prefers to wait for Luka's performance in the second half of the season and his possible participation in the World Cup with Croatia.
"I don't know if Tottenham sees him only as their future player or if they would be open to a transfer if they received a suitable offer. Luka's goal is to succeed with Hamburg and play in the World Cup with Croatia," stated Danijel Vuskovic regarding his son's future
Barça does not rule out making an offer for the Croatian 'gem' next summer
With the next summer transfer window approaching, Barcelona could enter the race for the Croatian 'gem' if the club ultimately decides to sign another center-back for the 25/26 season. Doubts about Andreas Christensen's continuity due to his physical problems and impending contract end open the door to signing another player for the defense.
However, the club would prefer to opt for a 'low cost' alternative with more experience. Names like Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace) and Alessandro Bastoni (Inter Milan) have been mentioned in recent weeks, although there are no ongoing negotiations with any player for now.
In the case of Luka Vuskovic, for now there is only monitoring, but if his value continues to rise, Barça will have fewer options to enter the bidding for the Croatian. Considering his projection, current valuation, and contract, **Tottenham can easily ask for 60 million** for the young center-back, currently a key player for a Hamburg side fighting to stay in the Bundesliga.