The Camp Nou side has made a move for the 32-year-old in the hunt for attacking reinforcements, his representative has revealed.
Barcelona has entered talks over signing Benfica striker Jonas, as the search for attacking reinforcements continues.
The 32-year-old enjoyed a stellar 2015-16 campaign, scoring 32 goals in 34 outings to help Benfica to the Primeira Liga title and his performances have seemingly not gone unnoticed in Catalonia.
Barca has also been linked with Atletico Madrid attacker Luciano Vietto as the club looks to sign a forward to deputize for Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar.