“Pedro is a high-level player and as a coach I want him to stay here, but is his decision”, the manager says.
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With Barca unable to register any new signings until January, Pedro’s departure could leave the club short of options if they were to suffer injuries or suspensions in attack.
Barcelona’s Pedro stopped to sign autographs and spoke to a fan who asked an awkward question regarding his links to Manchester United.
The Spain worldwide is keen on a move to the Premier League and his former club’s president confirmed at the start of August that the player has already informed his family and friends about his imminent move to England.
Pedro has spent his whole career with Barcelona, amassing 204 league appearances for the side and scoring 58 goals. Speaking as a coach, I want him to stay.
If United complete the sale of Angel di Maria and meet Pedro’s asking price he could play his last game at the Camp Nou this Wednesday when they entertain Roma in the traditional Barca curtain-raiser Gamper Trophy. “If the agreement is €30 million (£21m) at least €450,000 (£316,350) belongs to us, even though these contracts have some specific clauses”.
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One method or one other, Pedro’s want to go away the Catalan membership to safe extra enjoying time at Old Trafford might assist United safe a deal in the midst of these figures.
