Barcelona have sparked fresh speculation Eidur Gudjohnsen is on his way to the Premier League after he was left out of their Asia tour squad.
Gudjohnsen is suffering with a knee problem and the Catalans have stressed that is the reason the Icelander will not be travelling.
The former Chelsea star missed the pre-season trip to Scotland and has not recovered enough for the three games in Asia, beginning on August 5.
However, Spanish reports insist it is interest from West Ham, Newcastle and Manchester City that has to Barca's decision to leave him behind.
The player himself has always insisted he is willing to fight for his role with the Catalan giants.