Barcelona coach Xavi is reportedly pushing for a new midfielder in the January window after losing Gavi to a serious knee injury.
Diario Sport reckon that Xavi has let Deco know he wants a new addition to cover for the injured teenager.
Giovani Lo Celso’s name has already been mentioned as a possible loan target, while Barca are also also thought to be fans of Real Betis midfielder Guido Rodriguez.
The report reckons the club will now starting looking in earnest for a replacement, even though there’s no guarantee there’s room financially.