Barcelona target Manchester City, Manchester United stars as club decide to strengthen defence
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9-second readIn a major development, Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona are planning to strengthen their defence in the January transfer window after consecutive defeats against PSG and Real Madrid exposed concerns over their defensive depth.
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In a major development, Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona are planning to strengthen their defence in the January transfer window after consecutive defeats against PSG and Real Madrid exposed concerns over their defensive depth.
The Catalan club are looking for an experienced centre-back capable of making an immediate impact, with four players, including Josko Gvardiol of Manchester City and Lisandro Martinez of Manchester United emerging as potential targets.
Barcelona’s run of 11 consecutive victories, comprising nine in La Liga and two in the Champions League, came to an abrupt end following defeats against PSG and Real Madrid.
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- Barca Universal ↗
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- Clubs covered
- Manchester City, Manchester United, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain
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