Former Nigerian international Emmanuel Amuneke has described Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy as an excellent goal scorer. The Guinean star joined Dortmund from Stuttgart last summer and has been painting the Bundesliga with goals. With rumors linking him to a potential move to Barcelona, the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations winner told Africa Foot that the Catalan club won’t sign Guirassy due to their focus on developing academy players.
“Guirassy is a proven goalscorer who can play for all the top teams in Europe, but can Barcelona sign him? Don’t get me wrong, Guirassy is an excellent goalscorer, and he’s been consistent over the last two or three seasons. I might take him if it were up to me — I admire his qualities. But he’s 29, and Barcelona is building for the long-term future,” Amuneke said.
Amuneke added that Barcelona’s shift in focus to its academy means they are no longer spending obscene amounts of money to recruit ready-made stars. “When you look closely, Barcelona has shifted its focus to its academy and no longer spends obscene amounts of money to recruit ready-made stars. I don’t think they will go for him. With his contract, Dortmund would likely be asking for upwards of €60 million, if not more. It would work, but it’s unlikely to happen,” he added.
Guirassy’s impressive form has been a key factor in Dortmund’s success this season. The striker has consistently delivered goals, making him a valuable asset to the team. His potential transfer to Barcelona has been the subject of much speculation, but Amuneke believes it’s unlikely to happen due to Barcelona’s current focus on developing young talent.
As the transfer window approaches, Guirassy’s future remains uncertain. However, one thing is clear: he is an exceptional goal-scorer who can make a significant impact on any team. With his impressive record and consistency, it’s no wonder that top clubs are interested in him.
Amuneke’s comments highlight the challenges Barcelona faces in pursuing Guirassy. The club’s commitment to developing its academy players means that signing a proven goal-scorer like Guirassy might not be a priority. Nevertheless, Guirassy’s talent and ability make him an attractive prospect for any team looking to strengthen their attack.
In the world of football, talent and opportunity often collide. For Guirassy, the question remains whether he will stay with Dortmund or move to a new challenge. Whatever his decision, it’s clear that he is an excellent goal-scorer who can make a difference on the pitch.