Inter and Barcelona in discussions over Kovacic move

Inter and Barcelona sporting directors Piero Ausilio and Ariedo Braida met on Wednesday to talk about Nerazzurri midfielder Mateo Kovacic.

The Spanish giants are currently undergoing a transfer ban imposed by FIFA but have shown a strong interest in the Croatian midfielder.

According to Sky Sport Italia, Ausilio and Braida met to open up negotiations about a possible move. The Catalans have earmarked Kovacic as a potential replacement Xavi who will leave the team in the summer when his contract expires.

The Croatian who joined Inter in January 2013 for 11 million euros has been a mainstay in the Nerazzurri midfield this season scoring 8 goals in all competitions.