Chelsea defender David Luiz 'tries to instigate move to Barcelona'

Chelsea defender David Luiz has reportedly offered himself to Barcelona after falling out of favour at Stamford Bridge.

The Brazilian has been dogged by rumours of a fallout with Blues manager Antonio Conte.

The defender, who was a regular feature in the team's back three last season, has not played in the Premier League since October 28 due to a mixture of injuries and lack of form.

Luiz has been linked to numerous clubs in recent weeks, and now Catalunya Radio has reported that the 30-year-old has made himself open to Barcelona.

Rumours are rumbling that the defender made his interest in a potential deal known during a recent trip to the Catalan city for medical reasons.

Barcelona are believed to be hunting for a replacement for Javier Mascherano, who has reportedly agreed a move to Chinese club Hebei Fortune.