Two signings for the price of Coutinho
Barcelona have given up on Coutinho, realising the exorbitant fee demanded for the Brazilian could be better utilised to secure the services of two top targets for Valverde.
With time running out for Barcelona in the current transfer window, the Catalans have decided not to waste it on impossible negotiations with Liverpool.
Valverde's side have identified two alternatives who could arrive at the Camp Nou for the price the club was going to invest in Philippe Coutinho.
The Brazilian midfielder didn't rock the boat like Dembele, and it looks like he is destined for an Anfield stay. However, Barca sporting director Robert Fernandez has activated the back-up plan.
Jean Michael Seri's €40 million move from Nice will be announced shortly and the La Liga side are considering a bid for Di Maria worth between 80 and 90 million euros.
With Mbappe's impending arrival, the Argentine would lose his place in the team, and PSG would also be forced to balance their finances by selling players.
Barcelona are planning for a last-minute twist to ease negotiations after ending the pursuit of Coutinho. Two for the price of one, Valverde will be happy.