After the high-profile signing of Anthony Gordon, Barcelona will be keen on shoring up their ranks in defence as well.The club have been linked with quite a few options, particularly in the fullback

Chelsea are relaxed because he has three years left on his contract and would not block a move if his valuation is met.

The Brazilian is under contract with the Blues until 2033.

According to journalist Simon Johnson in The Athletic, Barcelona sporting director Deco has been in contact with Marc Cucurella’s representatives, with the Chelsea defender emerging as a potential

Fabrizio Romano insists Chelsea do not want to sell Joao Pedro with Barcelona deciding whether they want to "make something crazy happen".

Three players are already lined up to join the squad. Chelsea agreed a deal to acquire Geovany Quenda from Sporting CP for £40m in March 2025, in view of him moving to Stamford Bridge this summer. He has continued to play for Sporting in the meantime.