Manchester United have reportedly made a move for Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic.
United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is on the lookout for midfield reinforcements with Ander Herrera leaving the club on a free transfer.
Paul Pogba could also go this summer with Real Madrid and Juventus both keen on the French World Cup winner.
Reports in Spain suggest United have made an 'approach' to Barcelona to take Rakitic to Old Trafford.
According to Sport , United have asked their Spanish counterparts to name their price - although Rakitic is unlikely to force through a move away from the Nou Camp.
He is only likely to consider a move if United significantly improve their contract offer.
Barca are said to be willing to listen to offers for the Croatian midfielder, who has been with the club since 2014.
The Spanish champions are keen to raise funds for incomings of their own with Ernesto Valverde desperate to pip United to their No.1 target Matthijs de Ligt.
He is likely to command a fee in the region of £70m after some excellent performances for Ajax in their run to the Champions League semi-finals.
Barca have put an offer on the table for De Ligt but United are also in the mix, despite missing out on the top four last season.
Juventus and PSG are also keen on the defender, who has emerged as the hottest property in world football.
A deal for Antoine Griezmann is also in the pipeline and Barca are unlikely to be able to afford both without cashing in on some of their current crop.
Philippe Coutinho could also be up for grabs this summer after a frustrating 18 months at the Nou Camp since his move from Liverpool .
