Barcelona’s Marquez strong chance of joining New York Red Bull

Barcelona defender Rafael Marquez is a strong chance of joining MLS outfit New York Red Bull according to ESPN Deportes.

The Mexican-based sports programme suggests that the Mexico national team captain is a 75% chance of signing with the Red Bulls to join former Barcelona teammate Thierry Henry at Red Bull Arena.

Marquez has been targeted as a third Designated Player by the New Yorkers who see him playing a further advanced role on the pitch to his usual spot in central defence.

The 31-year old still has two years to run on his Nou Camp contract but it hasn’t stopped reports linking him with a $US9million move to the States.

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