First up, as per German outlet Kicker, Barcelona are in contact with Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard and his entourage for a possible move next summer.
Pavard’s contract at Bayern Munich expires in the summer and he is looking to move onto new pastures. Barcelona are in the market for a right-back, and see Pavard as an ideal candidate, states the report.
Next, according to Calciomercatoweb, Barcelona are monitoring former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel’s current situation and list him as a potential successor to current coach Xavi.
It is added that Barcelona’s administration isn’t too pleased with Xavi’s performance this campaign despite their extravagant spending.
They may consider relieving him of his duties if he fails to win the league, and have Tuchel take his place.
Elsewhere, according to Sport1, Barcelona are targeting a free transfer for 23-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt defender Evan Ndicka, and leading the race to sign him.
Xavi reportedly wants a left-footed centre-half in his ranks to build from the back, and Ndicka fits the profile, especially with the Frenchman set to leave the reigning Europa League winners on a free transfer in the summer.
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