Barcelona are understood to be keen on selling Samuel Umtiti who has attracted interest from Manchester United , Arsenal and Tottenham. According to Eldesmarque , Barca want Umtiti gone “as soon as possible” and would also definitely be open for a cut-price deal with any potential suitors.

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The talented centre-back has started just four La Liga matches this season for the Spanish champions due to ongoing injury problems.

Reports in Spain claim United, Arsenal and Tottenham are all keen on the France international who is still rated as one of the best defenders in the world.

The Red Devils are on the lookout for a talented centre-back despite signing Harry Maguire from Leicester on a record deal for a defender last summer.

The Gunners are much more desperate to strengthen at the back as they have conceded a staggering 30 goals in 21 Premier League matches this season.

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