Barcelona remain hopeful of securing a deal for Chelsea defensive duo Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso this summer.
Thomas Tuchel made it clear that he wants Azpilicueta to remain at Stamford Bridge next season despite the Spaniard's desire to join Barca. football.london understands that the Blues are open to selling Alonso with the 31-year-old wanting to leave the club after six years.
Barcelona have won two battles in the transfer market against Chelsea so far, signing both Raphinha and Jules Kounde after the Blues had agreed fees with their respective clubs. The west Londoners have blocked any advances for Azpilicueta, but Barca president Joan Laporta has hinted at when the Catalan club could make a fresh approach for Chelsea's captain.
