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According to a report, Barcelona have opened talks with Lyon star Memphis Depay regarding a move to the Nou Camp this summer.

It appears Barcelona have re-ignited their interest in Lyon star Memphis Depay, reports claim.

Ronald Koeman has expressed his wish that Barcelona sign the Dutch international, who excelled under the head coach when he was in charge of the Netherlands.

Catalunya Radio via Voetbalprimeur claims that the 27-year-old forward has already met with Mateu Alemany, who has been appointed as Barcelona’s director of football affairs.

The Lyon captain is aware that he may have to take a lesser salary than previously thought, but he is okay with this and is looking forward to getting started at the Nou Camp.

Memphis almost made the move to Barcelona last summer, but the club’s financial situation prevented the deal from happening. However, Memphis is out of contract with Lyon this summer and can head to Spain on a free transfer.

Atlético Madrid, Juventus, and Internazionale have also made offers to Memphis, but he is concentrating on a move to Barcelona.

With Depay out of contract at Lyon this summer, Barcelona will fancy their chances of finally pulling off his signature as they look to bolster their forward options.

Les Gones still have plans to keep their star player but it might be out of their power this time around.

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