Barcelona are reportedly considering a triple swoop for Chelsea stars Juan Mata, Fernando Torres and Cesar Azpilicueta.

All three players have failed to secure regular first-team spots under manager Jose Mourinho this season, prompting questions over their future at Stamford Bridge.

Due to their lack of playing time, reports in Spain have claimed that Barcelona are keeping track of the trio in order to launch bids in January, according to The Express.

Branislav Ivanovic appears to be ahead of Azpilicueta in the pecking order, while Samuel Eto'o has been favoured over Torres up front by Mourinho.

The Portuguese boss has also told Mata that he needs to adapt to a wider role as Oscar has been picked as his number 10.