Bernardo Silva to Barcelona is almost impossible, Meunier not so much

March is about to start and that means we're getting closer and closer to the summer transfer window. With just three months ahead to plan for next season's squad, 'Sport' have reported that Bernardo Silva is one of Barcelona's priority. The Manchester City star would be up for swapping the Etihad Stadium for the Camp Nou.

The problem is that he's under contract until 2025, so Barca would have to pay an agreement with the Sky Blues to sign him. The release clause is set at around €89.5 million, which is too high for Joan Laporta's bank balance unless they carry out more financial manoeuvers to get round the 'Financial Fair Play', even though this would be the riskiest option.

Even though the relationship between the Spanish and English side are good because of Pep Guardiola's history at both, it's not possible for Barca to get a discount. The reason being the ex-Monaco has become one of the best in the world in his position and his owners won't let him go easily.

Thomas Meunier, however, is a more likely option for Barcelona. The source claim that he is still on their watchlist for the full-back position. What's more, as his contract finishes with Borussia Dortmund ends in 2024, the Germans could risk him leaving on a free next summer if they don't accept a discount for the Catalans now.