Manchester United are reportedly consider an approach for one of three Barcelona stars in January.
The report comes amid growing claims that Barcelona are plotting a push to sign Nemanja Matic in the winter window.
The Serbia international is out of contract in 2023 and a renewal looks unlikely at the age of 33.
The rangy midfielder has represented United in 165 matches. However, his time at Old Traffird could be coming to an end. Indeed, this season, Matic has started three of United’s opening eight Premier League games.
Fred and Scott McTominay remain Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s preferred starting duo in the double pivot. In addition, that area seems to be the one United are most likely to strengthen at the next opportunity in the transfer market.
And with Ronald Koeman ready to pay a seven-figure fee for Matic, an exit looks to be on the cards.
However, as per reports, United could instead look to use Matic as a makeweight to poach away a Barca star.
And the paper claims they have three men on their wanted list, with Sergino Dest the No 1 target.
Solskjaer is desperate to bring in a new right-back as competition for Aaron Wan-Bissaka. And USA international Dest may fit the bill.
United are also willing to consider Sergi Roberto, who can also cover at right-back. The versatile star, 29, does, however, prefer playing at the base of midfield.
The third player they’re reportedly keen on is experienced midfielder Sergio Busquets. Now 33, there is nothing in the game the midfielder has not won.
Whether he would leave the Nou Camp, however, remains to be seen, though he would provide a like-for-like replacement for Matic.