Joao Victor de Souza is also wanted by Barcelona, along with an unnamed Saudi Pro League outfit. His current club, Santos, would like to extend his contract, but the decision depends on interim manager Leandro Zago. Souza will become a free agent next summer, which has increased interest from potential suitors.

Barcelona is also observing Souza, evaluating the possibility of incorporating him in the near future to compete with Alejandro Balde for a starting position.

Barcelona and Chelsea are the two clubs most advanced in the pursuit of Souza, an 18-year-old left-back from Santos, who has been called the 'new Marcelo' by the Spanish publication AS due to his impressive performances. Santos is trying to negotiate a contract renewal with Souza, as his current contract expires in May 2025.