Tottenham retain an interest in Barcelona's attacking midfielder Ibrahim Afellay and are monitoring the player's situation at the Nou Camp.

Afellay spent last season on loan at Schalke and is looking for a permanent move to revitalise his career.

Andre Villas-Boas is eager to strengthen his attacking options down the middle and out wide and  Afellay fits the bill.

Barcelona are thought to be ready to sell the 27-year-old for as little as £5m.