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West Bromwich Albion have held talks with Sevilla over the signing of Spanish midfielder Vicente Iborra.

But any move for the 27-year-old will depend on the Baggies seeing off some of Europe’s big guns with reports in Spain that Barcelona are keen.

Tony Pulis is back behind his desk driving transfer business with Albion looking to bring in a number of targets ahead of the opening game of the season against Manchester City in just over two weeks.

Abou Diaby is set for an extensive medical over the weekend whilst Albion will look to finalise a move for Liverpool striker Rickie Lambert some time next week when he returns from Liverpool’s pre-season tour of Asia.

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Moves for Matt Phillips, Michail Antion, Steven Caulker and Wayne Hennessey remain in the pipeline.

Iborra would be a terrific addition to most Premier League sides.

Southampton and West Ham have also been linked to him during the current pre-season.

He has a strong, steely style of play and although predominantly a defensive midfielder can operate in a forward role.

He moved to Sevilla from Levante in 2013 and has three years remaining on his contract.