Barcelona eyes Croatian goalkeeper Livaković, Fenerbahçe may ask millions

Barcelona has reportedly entered the race to sign Croatian international goalkeeper Dominik Livaković from Fenerbahçe, according to Turkish journalist Ferudun Niğdelioğlu.

Niğdelioğlu suggests the Catalan club is inquiring about the 31-year-old, with Fenerbahçe potentially setting a transfer fee between three and four million euros. While the deal is not close to completion, Barcelona's interest emerges as Livaković seeks a new career path.

Livaković remains under contract with Fenerbahçe for another two years. However, the Turkish club is reportedly not counting on the Croatian goalkeeper after he spent time on loan at Girona and Dinamo Zagreb. His status at Fenerbahçe was a key reason his return to Dinamo Zagreb did not materialize, as the clubs could not agree on a transfer fee.

Barcelona's interest could represent a significant career turn for Livaković. However, his role at the club is uncertain. Barcelona currently considers 25-year-old Joan García their primary goalkeeper, acquired for 25 million euros last year. This suggests Livaković would likely not be a starting player. An alternative possibility is that Barcelona sees him as a replacement for Wojciech Szczęsny, whose time at the club may be ending. For now, this remains speculation, with no agreement between the clubs.