Barcelona Coach Ernesto Valverde has confirmed he wants to sign a ‘number 9’ striker this month following Munir El Haddadi’s exit.
The striker joined Sevilla on a permanent deal meaning there is no senior back-up for Luis Suarez in the position, with the January transfer window now open.
“Yes I would like an extra striker, there is a space now Munir has left,” Valverde told reporters, as cited by El Mundo Deportivo.
“We are a little short in terms of numbers, especially with the injury to Rafinha and now the transfer window is open we can rectify that.
“We must be mindful of the financial aspects of any deal and if this is not viable, then we will look to players from the B team.
“We need someone who can adapt quickly, who knows the league and is available to play immediately.
“There can be no settling in period but if we cannot find that striker, then we will proceed with what we have already.”
Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata and Tottenham's Fernando Llorente are among the names linked to a Camp Nou move.
