Kalvin Phillips is keen on signing for Barcelona this January, per Diario Sport.
The midfielder is keenly awaiting news from his agents about his future with Barca among his options, including the likes of Atletico Madrid, Juventus and Newcastle.
Barca have reportedly been informed of the Englishman's availability on loan but their financial situation and Manchester City demands make the transfer pretty difficult to sail through.
The Blaugrana would be ready to cover the player's salary only if Man City allows him to leave for free for six months. The Cityzens agreed to a similar arrangement when Barca took Joao Cancelo last summer. But in the case of Phillips, the European Champions are asking for a fee.
Reports around Barca say Xavi is serious about signing a midfielder this January to beef up his squad but the gaffer also understands the club's dire economic condition.
Phillips is heralded as a quality player having shone at Leeds where he was teammates with Barca's Raphinha before moving to Man City in 2022.
However, Phillip's time at City has been a nightmare with the 28-year-old glued to the bench. He's played just 10 games this season and has been left as an unused substitute in City's last nine league games.
