Lionel Messi Demands Barcelona Sign Premier League Superstar

If Lionel Messi has his way, Philippe Coutinho won't be the only Premier League superstar swapping England for Barcelona.

Coutinho remains heavily linked with a move to the La Liga leaders, with a deal reportedly in place.

Barcelona continue to track the Liverpool star after failing to snap him up in the summer window. They tabled several monstrous bids, though all their offers were rebuffed.

But the Catalans are confident in securing his services.

And he may not be the only Premier League player heading to the iconic Camp Nou.

_{Barcelona bound? Images: PA}

Messi wants Barcelona to sign Spurs' Dele Alli according to fresh reports from Spanish outlet Diario Gol.

It's not the first time Barcelona have been connected with Alli. He continues to dominate the transfer rumour mills, with Real Madrid also reportedly keeping tabs on his progress.

_{Alli in action for Spurs in the Premier League. Images: PA}

It's claimed Messi is convinced Alli can ply his trade in Spain's top flight, and feels he can be a long-term replacement for Andres Iniesta.

Alli, 21, has been a revelation for Spurs since completing a transfer in 2015.

_{Alli against Real Madrid in the Champions League. Images: PA}

The England international has naturally attracted plenty of interest with Europe's elite all tracking his rapid development.

Alli to Barcelona? Watch this space.

Topics: Football News, Transfer, Barcelona, Lionel Messi, Premier League

Nasir Jabbar

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