Barcelona have been linked with Tottenham star Eriksen with Ernesto Valverde determined to add more creativity to his midfield.

Club stalwarts Andres Iniesta and Sergio Busquets are on the wane, while Ivan Rakitic struggled for consistency under Luis Enrique last term.

Reports yesterday claimed Barcelona had opened talks with Tottenham over a potential £54million amid difficulties over their attempts to sign Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho.

The Reds star has handed in a transfer request over on Merseyside but Jurgen Klopp remains determined to keep hold of his prized asset.