Manchester City captain Ilkay Gundogan remains a Bosman target for Barcelona.
The Athletic reports Barcelona are intensifying their pursuit of Gundogan.
A move to La Liga and Catalonia is becoming increasingly likely.
Barcelona's first choice has been teammate Bernardo Silva, but his high price tag makes the operation extremely difficult given their financial fair play battles.
Barcelona have therefore shifted their focus to Gndogan, who is available as a Bosman. Xavi wants to bring in a midfielder who can cover Pedri.