Real Madrid, his long-term suitors, need new attacking talents after flogging Cristiano Ronaldo and are expected to lead the chase.
Barcelona’s attacking line-up looked settled with Lionel Messi supported by Philippe Coutinho, Luis Suarez and Dembele.
But, according to Sport, the French youngster will be used as a bargaining tool and a makeweight in the Catalan club’s efforts to land the 27-year-old.