Injury-hit Barcelona eyeing Atletico Madrid defender Felipe Monteiro

Injury-hit Barcelona are eyeing Atletico Madrid defender Felipe Monteiro ahead of the January market.

Barca fear they’ve lost Gerard Pique for the season due to knee injury and are seeking a replacement for the winter transfer window.

The priority is Manchester City youngster Eric Garcia, however they are also considering alternatives with the English giants reluctant to part with the Spaniard – despite his contract expiring in June.

AS says Barca’s search has led to Felipe, who has battled for minutes this season.

For Atletico coach Diego Simeone, his first choice centre-halves are Stefan Savic, Jose Giménez and Mario Hermoso – with Felipe strictly a backup.

As such, Barca are keen to explore a loan arrangement with Atletico for Felipe for the second-half of the season.

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