# Chelsea defender to Barcelona deal completed, according to reports

URL: https://technosports.co.in/chelsea-defender-to-barcelona-deal-completed-according-to-reports/  
Published: 2022-01-25  
Updated: 2022-01-25  
Author: Kaushiki Ghosh

If a report from journalist Jose Alvarez on El Chiringuito TV is to be accepted, one of [Barcelona](https://www.fcbarcelona.com/en/)‘s transfers for the summer transfer window later this year has already been completed. Barcelona has already agreed to sign Chelsea captain and defender Cesar Azpilicueta on a free transfer at the end of the season, according to the reporter.

## About the Deal

The 32-year-old has been with Chelsea for over ten years, having joined in the summer of 2012 from Marseille. The talented defender has developed into a club icon throughout his time at Stamford Bridge and remains an important component of the squad.

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/brighton-and-hove-albion-v-chelsea-premier-league-1000x600-1.webp)
*credits – footballfocus24.com*

Nevertheless, Azpilicueta’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and despite conversations about a new contract, it appears that the Spaniard has made up his mind to join Barcelona.

The Catalans are looking for a new right-back after Sergino Dest failed to impress Xavi Hernandez. Despite a strong start to his second term with the club, Dani Alves is 38 years old and his contract will expire after the season.

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/azpilicueta.webp)
*credits – premierleague.com*

## Contract with Barcelona

So, at least in the near term, bringing in a player with Azpilicueta’s experience and know-how could be beneficial to the Blaugrana. The Spanish international is a natural leader on the pitch, but he can also play centre-back and left-back, giving the manager more choices.

And, if the earlier Jose Alvarez claim is to be considered, the relocation is almost complete. The Chelsea captain is expected to sign a two-year contract with Barcelona, with a one-month extension option. If this is the case, obtaining a seasoned campaigner like Azpilicueta on a free transfer, who still has lots to contribute, would be a huge coup for Barça.

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