Barcelona are reportedly hopeful of bringing in another player by the end of the week as Palmeiras centre-back Yerry Mina is scheduled to undergo a medical in the next few days.

The 23-year-old is a confirmed target for the Catalan giants, who are seeking a replacement for soon-to-depart stalwart Javier Mascherano.

Palmeiras had hoped to keep hold of the Colombia international until the summer, but were open to the prospect of selling him during the January transfer window if Barca offered the right amount.

According to ​Alargue Caracol, an agreement has been struck for a deal to go through this month, with Mina due to arrive in Catalonia within the next 24 hours.

Ahead of his impending move to Camp Nou, Mina has already started following a number of Barca players on his official Twitter page.