Tottenham Hotspur full-back Sergio Reguilon has emerged as a potential alternative for Chelsea star Marcos Alonso at Barcelona, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Barcelona have had an eventful summer transfer window so far. They have made four major additions to their squad in the shape of Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen.
The Catalans intend to make further signings before the window slams shut and have turned their attention towards strengthening their defense. A centre-back and a right-back are said to be of top priority, while a left-back is also desired.
Chelsea’s Alonso is widely reported to be Barcelona’s preferred choice to add to their options at left-back. The Spaniard is claimed to have already agreed personal terms with the La Liga giants.
The Blaugrana, though, have struggled to convince the Blues to sell the 31-year-old for a fee viable to them. This has forced the Camp Nou outfit to identify alternatives for Alonso.
Celta Vigo left-back Javi Galan is hugely admired by Barcelona manager Xavi, as per Mundo Deportivo. However, Os Celestes‘ financial demands are currently not acceptable for the Catalans.
Xavi’s side could thus turn to Tottenham star Reguilon as a ‘low-cost’ alternative for Alonso, according to the aforementioned source. The La Liga giants have already been offered the chance to sign the 25-year-old on loan.
It is worth noting that Reguilon is represented by Kia Joorabchian. The Iranian-born agent, who also handles the profile of Barcelona goalkeeper Neto, reportedly met with Blaugrana officials Mateu Alemany and Jordi Cruyff in Miami on Tuesday.
The Camp Nou outfit have not ruled out the possibility of signing Reguilon this summer. They could wait to see how their efforts to land Chelsea’s Alonso or Celta’s Galan go before making a decision on the Spurs defender.