The Blaugrana are desperate to prevent another 'Luis Figo transfer' and do not want Los Blancos to prise away one of their top players, claims a report in Spain

Real Madrid are looking to strengthen their defense, despite signing three players already this summer. Xabi Alonso is reportedly looking for another center-bac

To avoid the risk of negotiating with their biggest rival, Laporta is said to be considering a move that would see Araujo – one of Barcelona’s captains – sold to Liverpool. The Premier League club are thought to be preparing an offer exceeding €40m (£35m), with the Spanish giants keen to finalise a deal outside of La Liga.