BARCELONA'S rebuild is set to continue this summer, with Xavi and Co plotting a number of moves.
The Catalan giants hit rock bottom in 2021, as their financial woes forced them to part with beloved talisman Lionel Messi.
The team threatened to fall into mid-table under Ronald Koeman, but have been steered back on track by club legend Xavi.
A shot at the league title appears to be out of reach this season, but club president Joan Laporta will attempt to manoeuvre smartly in the transfer market to put them in contention for next year.
With financial pressures still very much real, Barca will be on the hunt for the very best upcoming free agents – with a Chelsea duo on their radar.
Club chiefs are said to be chasing both Cesar Azpilicueta and Andreas Christensen as they look to bolster their defence.
Christensen, 25, could line up alongside Eric Garcia at the back, after the Spaniard ditched Man City on a free transfer last year.
Alternatively he could play with the experienced Gerard Pique, although Ronald Araujo could look to leave.
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Jordi Alba will likely remain at left-back, as one of the remaining members of Barca's old guard.
With Sergio Busquets getting on, Barcelona want to inject some new life into their midfield.
AC Milan star Franck Kessie is set to join on a free transfer this summer.
While they are also reportedly considering a move for Chelsea flop Saul Niguez, who is set to return to Atletico Madrid at the end of the season after failing to impress at Stamford Bridge.
In Gavi and Pedri, Barca boast two of the brightest young talents in world football, while they still have former Ajax wonderkid Frenkie de Jong.
Xavi will continue to utilise his beloved club's iconic 4-3-3 formation and will finally have some decent options going forward.
Ferran Torres and Adama Traore's January arrivals have added a new dynamic on the flanks, while Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has netted five goals in his last three games.
Barca also have Memphis Depay – while they are on the hunt for Arsenal target Alexander Isak.
The Swede, who recently excited Gooners by taking a trip to London, is said to favour a move to Catalonia.
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