‘We are told’: Barcelona back competing with Chelsea again, Xavi now really wants £15m Boehly target

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Chelsea could once again be in a transfer battle with Barcelona, with Josip Juranovic the new subject of interest.

According to Sky Sports, Barca have prioritised the signing of the Celtic defender, following his excellent World Cup adventure.

Juranovic was arguably the best right-back in the tournament, challenging Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi for such an honour.

The Croatian international provided his country with real purpose going forward, and was pretty handy defensively as well.

Celtic will now have a hard task on their hands to keep hold of the £15m rated full-back, who is apparently heavily in demand.

“We are told Barcelona’s number one target to fill the position. Atletico Madrid and two unnamed Premier League clubs are also interested,” explained Sky reporter Vicky Gomersall.

Chelsea will jump for Josip Juranovic

Whilst the identity of the English sides have been kept secret, Chelsea might just be one of those jostling for Juranovic.

There have already been suggestions that Todd Boehly is a massive admirer of the 27-year-old, as he looks to improve Graham Potter’s leaky defence.

Boehly might have to go to war with Barcelona however if he is to add the Croatia international to Potter’s squad.

Chelsea’s owner has become all too acquainted with the Camp Nou heirehcy since he obtained the keys to Stamford Bridge.

He reportedly lost out to the Spaniards in the race for both Jules Kounde and Raphinha in the summer.

Marcos Alonso and Andreas Christensen were also allowed to leave Cobham in favour of the La Liga leaders.

N’Golo Kante could follow in the footsteps of his former teammates as well, as his contract clock continues to wind down.

Will Boehly stand for letting Barca beat him once more? We can’t imagine he’ll lie down lightly for Juranovic.