Reports emanating from Spain and England have it that Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti could become the world's most expensive defender in January. The world cup winner is being tracked by numerous Premier League clubs and the Catalans are not sure if they can prevent him from leaving Camp Nou this month. In preparation for the Frenchman's departure, the La Liga giants are said to have submitted an offer for Alavez defender Guillermo Marian. The Chilean international is a prime target for Serie A side Roma but Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde believes his team stand a better chance of capturing Marian's services as he wants him as Umtiti's replacement. As for Umtiti, the Daily Mirror claim that Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool a … [Read more...]