Barcelona transfer news: Madrid enter Umtiti race, Suarez's successor lined up and more - 29 March 2018

Real Madrid enter Samuel Umtiti race

The 24-year-old is one of the top defenders in world football at the moment and is arguably the best defender at Camp Nou ahead of the likes of Gerard Pique, Thomas Vermaelen and Yerry Mina. Now, their arch-rivals, Real Madrid are looking to prise the Frenchman away from Barcelona, as per Diario Gol.

The Spanish news outlet claims that Madrid president, Florentino Perez, is willing to match whatever Manchester United are interested to pay the centre-back. Jose Mourinho wants the defender in the summer and his release clause of €60 million makes him a steal in the current transfer market.

Thus, Barcelona are trying to renew Umtiti's contract with a much-higher release clause to keep him away from suitors. Meanwhile, Madrid are unconvincing at the back and want the Barcelona man to partner Sergio Ramos next season. The capital club are willing to match United's offer as none of their other targets in David Alaba and Leonardo Bonucci will come cheap.

Thus, Barcelona have a real fight on their hands to keep their prized asset in the summer.

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Kasper Dolberg wanted as Luis Suarez's successor

The future Barcelona no.9?

The Uruguayan has turned out to be a phenomenal signing for the Blaugrana as he continues to lead the line with aplomb while building a strong relationship with Lionel Messi on and off the pitch. However, the former Liverpool man is not getting any younger and Paco Alcacer has failed to prove himself.

Now, Ernesto Valverde's side have zeroed on their long-term successor for Suarez and it is Ajax star, Kasper Dolberg, as per Spanish news outlet, Don Balon. The Dane is one of the best young strikers in world football and is already a regular in the Dutch side. The 20-year old can spend time learning from the best in Suarez for a few seasons before taking over his mantle.

Meanwhile, Alcacer is likely to leave in the summer due to a shortage of playing time and this could open up a spot for Dolberg in the squad. This could prove to be a shrewd move from the Catalan club should they go ahead and pull it off.

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Justin Kluivert wants to play for Barcelona

Justin dreams of playing for Barcelona

The son of former Barcelona striker Patrick Kluivert, Justin has been making a name for himself at Ajax and has scored seven goals so far this season. Despite being 18 years old, the Dutchman already made his international debut in the recent international break.

Now, the youngster spoke about his future with his father wanting to see him in Barcelona colours. Justin told Goal about his idol and his dreams when he said:

"I look up to Cristiano Ronaldo. Not just because of his qualities, which are obvious, but also the way he lives and eats and how hard he trains. He is really an example for me."

"But Barcelona is my dream club. Within seven years, I would like to be at Barcelona. But before that I would like to play in England as well. I really like that competition [the Premier League] and I would like to play there."

Thus, Justin wants to follow in his father's footsteps someday and he has the maturity to realize the importance of building himself into a top player first before making the move. He emphasised on the same by saying:

"My ultimate football dream is to become the man at Ajax, then make a nice step to a bigger club and try to perform well. But I also hope to just stay fit, without injuries, because that is really important. And besides that I want to be happy with my family."

Thus, the youngster definitely looks to have a bright future ahead.