Barcelona are chasing Porto defender Bruno Alves.

Sport says Barca sports chief Txiki Begiristain has settled on Alves as their top defensive target this summer.

Begiristain maintains a good relationship with Alves' agent, Jorge Mendes, and also the player's father, Washington.

A deal involving Brazilian defender Henrique, who spent last season on-loan at Bayer Leverkusen, could see Alves arrive at the Nou Camp during the close season for around £16 million.