Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi is emerging as a favourite for Barcelona's board.

Barca are seeking a replacement for Xavi, who will step down at the end of the season.

And De Zerbi is being discussed inside the club, according to Okdiario's chief pundit Eduardo Inda.

He said on El Chiringuito: "Barcelona has several candidates, but there is one that they really like. This is in the top two.

"We are talking about an Italian coach, who has been praised by Pep Guardiola and who is liked by (Joan) Laporta very much. It's Roberto de Zerbi, Brighton's coach.

"He is the coach of Ansu Fati..."