Javier Mascherano's move from Barcelona to Hebei China Fortune FC has reportedly been put on hold until the Catalans can find a replacement, according to the latest rumours.
Speculation regarding the veteran's future has swirled for weeks, and on Monday, it was said that a deal had been completed with the Chinese Super League side:
But it now seems those reports have been premature.
According to ESPN (h/t EFE, via Marca's Padraig Whelan), the two clubs have agreed to a valuation of €10 million, and Barcelona have told the 33-year-old he will be allowed to leave in January.