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It is a sign that a new lover will be born in the soccer world. The main character is FC Barcelona's surprise star Pau Victor (23).
Victor, a 1m84 striker who moved from Girona to Barcelona for just 2.9 million euros (about 4.4 billion won) this summer, led Real Madrid to a 2-1 victory by scoring multiple goals in the 42nd minute and the 9th minute of the second half in a pre-season friendly match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on the 4th (Korea time).
Viktor also scored the first goal in a friendly match against Manchester City on the 31st of last month. With many of the main players absent due to the Euro 2024 and 2024 Copa America schedules, 'new strikers' showed their true value against the world-class powerhouse, clearly striking Barcelona coach Han Ji-flick.
Victor, a former Girona Youth player, signed a contract with a professional team with 18 goals in 35 matches in the Spanish league's third division, Primera Federacion, on loan from Barcelona B in the 2023-2024 season. Barcelona's scouting team is proving that the eye is not wrong.
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Victor is attracting public attention not only for his low transfer fee but also for his loveliness. Shortly after the Real match, Viktor told sports broadcaster `ESPN'It reminds me of my girlfriend. It fell off for a few days. I miss you so much."I want to go back to Barcelona as soon as possible."
Victor has previously consistently shared his romantic daily life with his Portuguese girlfriend Idarete on social media.
Viktor's presence threatens the position of the existing striker. Veteran Robert Lewandowski will stay strong, but Brazilian star Victor Hocky, who joined with high expectations last year, is likely to leave the team without even blooming. It is strongly linked to Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal.
yoonjinman@sportschosun.com
