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Barcelona confirm option for Atletico Madrid attacker Yannick Carrasco

Barcelona have confirmed they have secured an option to sign Atletico Madrid attacker Yannick Carrasco in the summer.

The Catalan club made the announcement as part of the deal that sees Memphis Depay move to Atletico Madrid for up to €4 million.

"The agreement includes a preferential but not compulsory purchase option for the player Yannick Carrasco," Barça said.

Barça did not reveal the price but it is between €15m and €20m should they take it up.

Carrasco, 29, is a left winger/wing back and a Belgium international.

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