BARCELONA are reportedly targeting SEVEN signings this summer – regardless of the dire financial situation at the club.
Boss Xavi is eyeing a hat-trick of world class stars that includes Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski.
Manchester City ace Bernardo Silva and Sevilla defender Jules Kounde are also on the shortlist, according to Mundo Deportivo.
It's claimed Barcelona have formulated a financial plan that allows them to sign all three players, ideally before their pre-season tour to America begins on July 16.
Barca are expecting a cash injection from TV rights, plus licensing and merchandise, over the next month.
There is also the potential of funds from the sale of Frenkie de Jong.
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Barcelona and Manchester United remain locked in talks over a move for the Dutchman with the Spanish side demanding £74million.
Lewandowski, 33, is said to have already agreed personal terms with Barca after confirming he wishes to leave Bayern Munich, and Mundo Deportivo claim all that is left is for the clubs to agree a fee.
Bernardo, 27, is also admired but will only be targeted if De Jong does end up leaving leave for Old Trafford.
Xavi sees Bernardo as the perfect replacement for De Jong.
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Kounde on the other hand is a top priority, despite the 23-year-old being strongly linked with Chelsea.
Barca chief Joan Laporta is said to be considering a player-plus-cash deal, which would include sending right-back Sergino Dest to Sevilla.
Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen are expected to arrive on free transfers, although Financial Fair Play rules are currently said to be preventing them from being registered.
And finally Chelsea duo Marcos Alonso and Cesar Azpilucueta are also being eyes on cut-price deals.
The pair are both out of contract next year, but SunSport exclusively revealed Azpilucueta wants to leave this summer.
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