Sampdoria are in talks to sign Barcelona midfielder Sergi Samper.

Gazzetta dello Sport says Sampdoria have expressed an interest in signing the midfielder this month.

The player didn't travel with the rest of the team to the United States as he was suffering from some discomfort in his right knee.

Barca coach Ernesto Valverde has already told Samper that he won't be part of the first team squad next season and it now appears his departure is only a matter of days away.

Sampdoria have been talking with Barcelona about a deal for Samper today.