Barcelona are chasing Atletico Madrid's teenage goalkeeper David De Gea.

The 18 year-old is weighing up his future after seeing Leo Franco offered new terms by Atletico.

De Gea was expecting to be promoted to the first team next season, but may be forced to spend another 12 months with Atletico B.

Meanwhile, Barca sports chief Txiki Begiristain has been in contact with De Gea's minders as they seek a talented understudy for No1 Victor Valdes.