Ivan Fresneda on Barcelona's radar

Real Valladolid's season can be considered as disappointing, even more so after being relegated back to the second division.

However, not everything has been bad in Pucela. The Spanish team has seen how a home-grown player like Ivan Fresneda has had a great year, his first in the Spanish top-flight.

His performances have attracted the attention of several of the country's biggest clubs. Real Madrid were interested in him months ago, but it did not go any further.

Now, according to 'Sport', it is Barcelona who have set their sights on the Valladolid player. Deco, who will arrive at the Catalan giants in the next few days, is very keen on the player, according to 'Sport'.

He would fit in with the plans of the 'Cule' team, as they are looking for a right-back to put an end to all the problems Xavi has in that position, where he has had to field Kounde and Sergi Roberto.

But it will not be easy for Barcelona. More than 30 teams have enquired about the Valladolid player, including Borussia Dortmund, Atletico, Arsenal and Newcastle, all of whom are also Champions League sides.