Barcelona target Chelsea star as back-up plan for Griezmann

Joe Williams

Barcelona will attempt to buy Willian from Chelsea if their efforts to sign Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann fail, according to reports.

Recent reports have linked the Spanish giants with a huge move for Griezmann with the club keen to improve their squad in the summer transfer window.

Spanish publication Don Balon claims Barca will sign Willian in the summer if they miss out on the France international.

Willian has been impressive under Antonio Conte this campaign with 13 goals and 11 assists in 46 appearances in all competitions.

The Brazilian signed for the Blues in the summer of 2013 from Anzhi Makachkala and there has previously been speculation that he could join up with former boss Jose Mourinho at Manchester United.

The Red Devils are thought to be battling Barca for Griezmann’s signature and the Catalan side shouldn’t be short of creativity if they have to settle for Willian.