Barcelona maintain interest in Natan for winter defence

Barcelona are seeking to strengthen their defence in the winter transfer market, with the move a clear priority for Hansi Flick.

Winter-market plans

GOAL reported that Barcelona look set to move aggressively in the winter transfer market as they hunt for a fix to a problem troubling their coaching staff.

Flick confirms market monitoring

Hansi Flick confirmed that Barcelona's management would monitor the market for options capable of improving the defensive system. Lisandro Martínez has been linked with a move to Barcelona.

Natan remains a target

Foot Mercato, citing Spanish newspaper Marca, reported that Barcelona have not given up on Brazilian Natan, who featured among their targets this summer. Natan is a 25-year-old Real Betis defender who joined the club from Napoli and is tied to Real Betis until 2030.