Zenit Saint Petersburg full-back Branislav Ivanovic has refused to rule out a move away from Russia next year, with Barcelona interested in his services.
Goal understands the Catalan giants are lining up a January bid for the 34-year-old, as the long-term fitness of Samuel Umtiti remains in doubt following knee surgery.
Barca are hopeful of agreeing on a short-term deal for Ivanovic before they pursue Ajax centre-back Matthijs De Ligt next summer, as Ernesto Valverde looks to bolster his defensive options.
The Serbia international's current contract at Zenit expires at the end of the season and he is free to talk to potential suitors in the new year.