Barcelona has taken at interest in acquiring Spurs defensive midfielder Sandro, reports have suggested.

The Brazilian international's performance in the Champions League this season has piqued the interest of the Spanish team's coach Pep Guardiola, according to Talksport. The trainer is said to have sent scouts to investigate Sandro's talent.

Harry Redknapp acquired the 22-year-old from Internacional last summer in a deal thought to be worth around £8m.

Sandro has also caught the eye of Italian clubs AC Milan and Inter Milan.