Barcelona are stepping up plans for Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves for January.

Sport says Neves is emerging as their No1 transfer target to replace Sergi Busquets as he prepares to leave next year.

Barca had been favouring Real Sociedad youngster Martin Zubimendi, but he is now set to sign a new deal.

Instead, the Catalans are intensifying plans for Portugal international Neves.

With a contract to 2024, there's a belief Wolves are ready to sell their captain next year.