Barcelona coach Xavi has approved a move for Manchester United fullback Diogo Dalot.

Sport says Barcelona are ready to up the ante in their pursuit of Dalot ahead of the summer transfer window next year.

Xavi has given the green light for the club to pursue the signing of the right-back.

The 42-year-old tactician has a big say in the transfer decisions at the Nou Camp, along with director Mateu Alemany.

And he has now given his 'OK' for the Blaugrana to go after Dalot ahead of the next summer window.