Barcelona forward an option for Chelsea for the winter window – English sources

As we inch closer to the January transfer window, Barcelona are mired in an uncertain situation as to whether they can make any signings. It could define the future of some exit-linked stars such as Memphis Depay.

The 28-year-old Netherlands international is set to enter the final six months of his contract at Camp Nou and is being linked with an exit as the winter window would represent the Catalans’ final chance to generate some revenue from his sale.

And, according to the Evening Standard’s Nizaar Kinsella, Depay has emerged as a possible transfer target for Premier League giants Chelsea ahead of the January window.

The Blues are in the market for attacking reinforcements as they seek a replacement for Armando Broja, who was ruled out of the rest of the season due to a serious injury.

It has forced the west London giants to scour the market for a new forward to replenish their options. Atletico Madrid attacker Joao Felix has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, but they are also looking at Memphis as an option.

Barcelona, for their part, would welcome the departure of the Netherlands international who has hardly played this season under Xavi.

However, the ex-Manchester United striker is not interested in leaving Camp Nou in January. Instead, he desires to part ways with the Blaugrana in the summer as a free agent, as it would guarantee him a more lucrative financial package.

As a result, Depay is said to be blocking all offers that have been coming in for him. Barça, though, are hoping to convince him to move on in the winter.

And, should a club like Chelsea come calling, there could be a possibility that the Dutchman changes his stance and leaves Barcelona next month.