Barcelona have reportedly expressed an interest in making an audacious move for Chelsea’s Olivier Giroud in their search for a new striker.
The La Liga champions are keen to strengthen their attacking options this month after Munir El Haddadi’s departure left Luis Suarez as the club’s only recognised forward.
Barcelona have reportedly outlined their intentions to move for Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen in January, should Samuel Umtiti requires surgery, according to Spanish outlet Sport.
Christensen, 22, who joined the Blues from Danish SuperLiga outfit Brondby on a free transfer in 2012 and has since been on the books of the Premier League giants for 6 years now.
Barcelona have reportedly stepped up their interest in Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba after the Frenchman’s uncertain situation at Old Trafford, with a January move now be much more possible, reports The Independent.
The Catalan giants have had an interest in the France international for some time, and have maintained good relation with his agent, Mino Raiola.
Manchester United are reportedly considering tabling an offer for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen.
The Red Devils are prepared to trigger the German goalkeeper’s release clause with a bid of £156m in the summer, according to Don Balon.
United head-coach Jose Mourinho is said to be targeting the 25-year-old stopper as a potential replacement for David de Gea, who is tipped to join Real Madrid.
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Christian Eriksen has reportedly remained as a subject of interest from the Spanish giants Barcelona.
Earlier this season, it was reported that the Denmark international was on Barca’s shortlist as they considered potential signings after the sale of Neymar.