Barcelona have opened talks with FC Basel for striker Arthur Cabral.

Cabral has scored 23 goals and produced 8 assists in 24 games this season.

His name comes with backing from former Barca star Deco, who is now his agent.

Sport says negotiations have opened for him to arrive in January. The formula is being worked on. His contract expires in June 2023, so Basel are willing to sell him. He would cost 15-20 million euros.

The player would love to play at Barcelona. He was recently called up to the Brazil squad by Tite.