The Spanish giants are considering a ?40million bid for the Welsh wing-wizard, a deal that could put on ice any plans the club have to reignite their interest in Arsenal's Cesc Fabregas.
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Both Arsenal and Tottenham are bracing themselves for big money bids, but it is understood that Spurs have most to fear as Barcelona are less concerned about their central-midfield than they are the troublesome left-back role.
None of Maxwell, Adriano or Eric Abidal have sparkled in the role with this season, and Bale is considered the perfect man for the unusually attacking position.
Pep Guardiola has been blown away by Bale's performances in Europe this season - his first on the big stage - and has been boosted by reports from scouts that suggest the 21-year-old, who is also a target for Manchester United, is an almost complete player.
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The Tottenham man's pace and ability to deliver to the killer ball from out wide would mirror that of Dani Alves on the right.
Barcelona's financial worries are easing under new leadership, and according to The People will make a straight cash offer for Bale. However they would also consider offering out-of-favour striker Bojan Krkic as a makeweight.?
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Source: Daily Mail
Source: Daily Mail