Barcelona are closing a deal for Badajoz defender Edu Sánchez.

Talks are at an advanced stage for the youngster.

Badajoz sporting director Gudi confirmed: "These are negotiations and we have to wait and see how everything develops."

The 18 year-old left-back is being lined up by Barca for Rafa Marquez's Barca Atletic team.

Leganes and Sporting Gijon are also targeting Edu.