Barcelona step up efforts in pursuit of Bundesliga sensation on Real Madrid’s radar

Barcelona step up efforts in pursuit of Bundesliga sensation on Real Madrid’s radar The Bundesliga appears to have unearthed yet another top talent in Niko Ilicevic, who has impressed after making two appearances for Eintracht Frankfurt this month. Ilicevic is the nephew of former HSV star Ivo Ilicevic and is regarded as one of the best up and coming talents in Germany. His performances haven’t gone unnoticed, with Barcelona emerging as a potential suitor for the Eintracht Frankfurt starlet. Real Madrid, though, are also interested. Real Madrid keen on Ilicevic The next big star in the Bundesliga? (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images) According to Diario SPORT , Barcelona are increasingly looking at the prospect of signing Ilicevic as a potential answer to Real Madrid’s pursuit of JJ Gabriel. The Manchester United prodigy is expected to join Real Madrid after a long running transfer saga that involved both the Spanish giants. Real Madrid appear to have won that contest and Barcelona are now desperate to hit back by signing one of the most prized young talents in the Bundesliga. Real Madrid, though, are also interested in Ilicevic and their scouts have closely monitored the development of the young German. Other top European clubs are also keen on acquiring the services of Ilicevic, whose playmaking abilities have made him a desired prospect. Ilicevic’s contract situation at Eintracht Frankfurt Many scouts across Europe are monitoring Ilicevic. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images) At just 16, it is understandable that Ilicevic is not leaving Eintracht Frankfurt anytime soon and the club themselves are keen on signing a new contract. Ilicevic, for his part, is ready to pen a new deal that would ensure Frankfurt get a fair amount of economic compensation for when they do sell him. At the same time, the player’s representatives want to place a reasonable price-tag on the exit, so that it becomes easier for clubs like Barcelona and Real Madrid to acquire his services. For now, though, both the Spanish giants are merely monitoring Ilicevic’s development at Eintracht Frankfurt and the player will remain in the Bundesliga for the time being. However, there could be a race to sign the young German in the summer of 2027, provided he can could keep up his rapid progress.