Report: Barcelona close to confirming Aleix Vidal switch

Barcelona will officially announce the signing of Aleix Vidal from Sevilla in the coming days, according to a report.

The 25-year-old, who was recently called up to the Spanish national squad for the first time, is expected to be a direct replacement for departing full-back Dani Alves.

It was claimed on Saturday that a deal between Barcelona and La Liga rivals Sevilla had been agreed, while Marca claims that the finishing touches on a £7.3m switch will be put in place over the coming days.

Vidal has also been linked with a move to Manchester United and Arsenal in recent weeks, having helped his current club to the Europa League title.