Celta Vigo have buy option on former Barcelona midfielder

Celta Vigo have made an impressive start to Claudio Giraldez's first full season as Os Celestes manager, and the little transfer activity they have made in the summer is also paying off. In particular with the case of Ilaix Moriba.

The former Barcelona talent was at his best against his former club on Saturday evening. He was an intimidating presence in the middle of the pitch and reminded us how good he can be. Ilaix joined on loan from RB Leipzig and has made six starts in 13 games so far this season, despite fierce competition in the middle of the pitch.

Relevo has revealed that Celta have an option to buy Ilaix, which ranges between €5 million and €8 million, a fee they would like to pay next summer. The main obstacle to a move would be his salary, and Ilaix would have to make an 'effort' for the move to go through.

Few thought there was even a chance he could be a Celta player next season when he came in, but little by little that is changing. Celta has found himself mainly focused on football, and the Guinean international has also won the affection of his teammates. After varying rental periods at Getafe and Valencia, Ilaix can hopefully show his talent in Galicia.