Barcelona are eyeing Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino.

Sport says Barca are looking into a move for Real Sociedad midfielder Merino.

The Spanish under-21 international - who turned 23 on Saturday - played 25 times for Newcastle United in 2017/18 before heading back to Spain.

The report claims that Barca have been monitoring young Spanish players that they feel could add something to their squad, and Merino fits the bill because of his versatility.

For their part, La Real will fight to keep hold of Merino this summer.