Barcelona are planning to raise the name of N'Golo Kante in talks with Chelsea over Philippe Coutinho's sale.

Chelsea are in contact with Coutinho's representatives about bringing the former Liverpool star back to England this summer.

Mundo Deportivo says Barca are waiting to field a formal approach from the Blues - and will suggest a swap involving Kante when the enquiry is lodged.

Kante, 29, has endured an injury-plagued campaign this season, but remains regarded among the best midfielders in the world.

Barcelona would be willing to explore a swap involving Coutinho, currently on-loan with Bayern Munich, which could involve no money exchange in the process.