Barcelona eyeing Tottenham defender

According to reports, Barcelona scouts have intensified their monitoring of the Premier League defender as part of their search for a left-footed central defender. While Alessandro Bastoni remains their preferred choice, financial complications are making van de Ven a more realistic option for the Catalan club.

Barcelona's transfer planning continues despite upcoming presidential elections, with the sporting department working closely with Hansi Flick to prepare for the squad rebuild. Van de Ven has reportedly been on Barcelona's radar for several months, with his profile fitting the type of defender the club is seeking.