Barcelona coach Xavi admits he wants to see a replacement for Gavi signed in January.

Gavi is out for at least this season due to a serious knee injury.

Xavi said today: "What we are looking for is to reinforce the squad, whether in winter or summer. With Gavi's injury we need a profile of Gavi, but it is difficult.

"We work with Deco and the president."

Xavi also insisted Oriol Romeu was in his plans, despite being linked with a return to Girona.

He added: "He is very strong mentally and will help us. He will have minutes again and will be ready. Calm and tranquility. He's very strong."