Barcelona target Nico Schlotterbeck and Pau Torres

Barcelona are interested in signing a new central defender in the summer transfer window, according to Fichajes. Borussia Dortmund star Nico Schlotterbeck and Aston Villa ace Pau Torres are the two alternatives to Barcelona if they are unable to sign Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan.

The report has claimed: ‘As reliable alternatives, the sports department holds very positive reports on German Nico Schlotterbeck. 

‘The Borussia Dortmund defender stands out for his well-executed aggressiveness and a prodigious left foot to start play from the back.

‘However, signing Nico Schlotterbeck won’t be easy due to fierce competition from several Premier League giants. 

‘The German club is known for its toughness in negotiations, forcing the Catalans to act wisely.

‘On the other hand, the possibility of Pau Torres has always been on the Barcelona entity’s radar. 

‘Currently at Aston Villa under Unai Emery’s guidance, the Spanish center-back brings proven experience in international competitions.

‘Pau Torres perfectly understands the playing style in Spain, which would facilitate his immediate adaptation. 

‘His elegance and positioning make him a very compatible profile with the prevailing philosophy at Camp Nou.

‘FC Barcelona is aware that the Premier League has enhanced the physicality of the former Villarreal player, making him a much more complete footballer. 

‘This evolution is closely monitored by the club’s analysts to assess his definitive integration into the system.’