Barcelona had been hit with injury crisis with Ousmane Dembele set to face five weeks on the sidelines.

Sequel to the blow, the Catalan giants have set their interest in signing Manchester United forward Anthony Elanga on loan before the transfer window closes National Daily gathered.

Elanga has emerged as a possible transfer target for Barcelona

It is understood that Barca are currently debating whether to bring in a new attacking option following Memphis Depay’s move to Atletico Madrid, with Ousmane Dembele’s injury.

According to the claim by ESPN, Barcelona could also decide to bring in a central midfielder to provide cover for Sergio Busquets but should they make a new forward a priority today, Elanga will be targeted by Xavi’s side.

Elanga, who broke into the United set-up in impressive fashion last season, has found his game-time limited under Erik ten Hag this season and is said to be open to leaving on loan.