Barcelona are now prepared to significantly increase their financial commitment to land their top target. A second proposal is currently being drafted, with figures expected to reach the €130 million mark.
While the club has no intention of meeting the €150 million valuation often cited in Madrid, they believe the current package is substantial enough to force a conversation between the two Spanish giants.
The timing of the bid is currently a matter of internal debate, as Barcelona are keen to avoid causing distractions for the player while he remains focused on international duty at the World Cup.
