Sunderland are interested in Barcelona midfielder Alen Halilovic.
The Croatian youngster only moved to Barca in the summer and signed for Barca B, which compete in the Segunda Liga.
Coaching staff believe Halilovic is already too good for that level and there is talk of him being loaned out in January.
El Mundo Deportivo says Sunderland and Celta Vigo have made contact with Barca about taking Halilovic on-loan in the New Year.
For the moment, Barca directors are happy for Halilovic to remain registered with the B team.
