Barcelona are battling Real Madrid for the signing of a €70million Bayern Munich star, according to reports.
Spanish outlet Sport claims that Barcelona want a reunion with former midfielder Thiago Alcantara, though they are not alone in their interest.
The Catalan giants have been linked with a summer move for the 27-year-old, but now face competition from Clasico rivals Real, the report states.
Thiago was at the Nou Camp from 2009-13 before leaving for the Bundesliga. However, it is reported that Bayern will allow the midfielder to leave for €70million (£62m) this summer.
Thiago was a target for Sir Alex Ferguson during his final season as United manager while the Spaniard was still at Barcelona, while Ferguson’s successor, David Moyes, also openly sought to sign the 24-year-old.
“There was never any firm proposal,” Thiago told the Daily Mail with regards to United’s interest.