Barcelona are facing competition in the chase for Chelsea wonderkid Tudor Mendel-Idowu who is available on a free transfer this summer.
Deco has made a move for the Chelsea youngster, with previous reports claiming Barcelona were planning to sign him on a deal until 2026.
Fabrizio Romano now claims that Barcelona could lose out on Mendel-Idowu as Anderlecht have joined the race for the talented teenger.
Barcelona have agreed personal terms with the forward but a deal has not yet been done.
Excl: Anderlecht are now trying to hijack Barcelona move to sign former Chelsea talent Tudor Mendel #transfers
Barça verbally agreed personal terms with Mendel to sign him as free agent for U21 team but Anderlecht making last minute attempt.