Barcelona won't allow Real Madrid a clear run at Atletico Madrid fullback Theo Hernandez.

Currently on-loan at Alaves, Theo is being linked with Real this week.

However, Sport says Barcelona sports chief Robert Fernandez is also a fan and wants to bring the youngster to the Nou Camp this summer.

Robert has been following Theo since he was 16 and considered signing him last summer, only to baulk at meeting the defender's €24 million buyout clause.

However, with Real now keen, Robert could see his hand forced at the end of this season.