Barcelona are eyeing Beijing Sinobo Guoan striker Cedric Bakambu.
AS says he's an option to replace Sergio Aguero, who's out for at least three months.
Bakambu has been followed by Barça for a long time and was close to joining the club when Eric Abidal was sporting director.
Luis Suarez got injured and Barça wanted him on loan. Bakambu was even flying towards Barcelona when the club pulled out of the deal.
Now the club are assessing the possibility again. The former Villarreal striker represents a market opportunity as he's available for free from January 1.