Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde wants club chiefs to bring forward plans for Leon Goretzka.
Off contract in June, the Schalke midfielder is a confirmed Bosman target for Barca, where top scout Ariedo Braida has been watching him regularly this season.
Diario Gol says Valverde has concerns about his midfield options, particularly cover for Lionel Messi, and has identified Goretzka as a readymade solution.
Making the Germany international more attractive is he isn't Cup-tied from the Champions League, so making him available for their round of 16 tie with Chelsea.
Arthur Melo, the Gremio youngster, is also on Barca's January shopping list, though his inexperience suggests he won't make the sort of immediate impact expected from Goretzka.
Source: tribalfootball.com