Barcelona pull U-turn on Seri deal

On Monday it was reported that Seri's agent had arrived in Barcelona to close a deal for the Ivorian player.

However, according to 'Mundo Deportivo', Ernesto Valverde and his coaching staff have had a change in heart and decided that the 26-year-old midfielder is not the man they need. 

The Barcelona boss has chosen to focus his efforts on alternative targets, with Ousmane Dembele and Philippe Coutinho high on their list.

The decision will alert several Premier League teams who have been linked with a move for Seri in the current transfer window.

Arsenal and Liverpool are reportedly interested, could either of the sides snap up a deal for the talented midfielder?