- David Luiz is reportedly trying to force a move to Barcelona
- Luiz is willing to come as a replacement for outgoing defender Javier Mascherano
- The Brazilian has fallen out of favour with Blues boss Antonio Conte
Chelsea defender David Luiz has reportedly offered himself to Barcelona after falling out of favour at Stamford Bridge.
The Brazilian has been dogged by rumours of a fallout with Blues manager Antonio Conte.
The defender, who was a regular feature in the team's back three last season, has not played in the Premier League since October 28 due to a mixture of injuries and lack of form.
David Luiz wants a move to Barcelona. Source: SUN
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Luiz has been linked to numerous clubs in recent weeks, and now Catalunya Radio have reported that the 30-year-old has made himself open to Barcelona.
Rumours are rumbling that the defender made his interest in a potential deal known during a recent trip to the Catalan city for medical reasons.
Barcelona are believed to be hunting for a replacement for Javier Mascherano, who has reportedly agreed a move to Chinese club Hebei Fortune.
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Barca have been linked with a move for the 30-year-old in the past but a switch never came to fruition.
A ball-playing centre-half confident in possession, Luiz would certainly fit the Barcelona mould, despite his perceived defensive deficiencies.
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Source: Sports.naija.ng
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Thursday, 21 December 2017