Barcelona set for major Erling Haaland boost and more Manchester United transfer rumours

Barcelona are reportedly set for a major cash injection that could scupper Manchester United’s summer transfer plans – including their pursuit of Erling Haaland.

According to the Mirror, the Catalan giants are ready to make a U-turn on their decision to snub a long-term financial agreement through La Liga in order to secure the investment. The report claims they are set to accept an agreement with investment company CVC.

Barca’s well-documented financial problems looked set to hinder any hopes they had of making signings this summer. But with funds set to be made available, they could be a major mover in the upcoming transfer market.

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Haaland is said to be top of their list of targets, with reports claiming Barcelona held a meeting in December with his agent Mino Raiola. And with their cash injection, they could find themselves in a position to beat United – among others – to the Norwegian’s signature.

Barca boss Xavi is claimed to have flown to Germany in order to hold a meeting with the striker earlier this week. The Spanish club are said to be prioritising creating a financial position in which they can offer Haaland a package to lure him away from other clubs.

Elsewhere, Botafogo are once again being heavily linked with a move for Edinson Cavani. The Brazilian side officially announced John Textor as their new owner this week, and are set to splash out on new signings this summer.

Cavani has been linked with a return to South America as his contract runs down at United. The Uruguay international was linked with Boca Juniors last summer, but a move never materialised as he opted to extend his stay at Old Trafford by another