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Premier League giants alerted as Barcelona plan £220M-plus clearout

Premier League clubs are on red alert as it emerges Barcelona are planning a £220m-plus clearout this summer.

Mundo Deportivo says Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham look most likely to profit from the major clear-out, with Philippe Coutinho the most high-profile name on the list.

Ivan Rakitic could be the next casualty of the club's clear-out, but Barcelona legend Rivaldo has also urged the star to snub a move and stay at the Nou Camp.

Arsenal and United have been linked to him, with boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hoping to tie-up a £48m move to replace the departing Ander Herrera.

Malcom has fallen out of favour under coach Ernesto Valverde, making just 12 league appearances last season, but Barca will still demand £45m for the Arsenal and Spurs target.

Andre Gomes will be moved on following a strong loan spell at Everton, as will Denis Suarez after a poor spell with Arsenal.

Rafinha is also finally expected to leave the club amid links of a move to Inter Milan while United have reportedly eyed Jasper Cillessen as a possible replacement for David De Gea.

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