The Spanish giants Real Madrid have reportedly targeted Barcelona's wing-backs ahead of this weekend's El Clasico match, according to reports from the Spanish media.
It is believed that the Madrid side has identified two players - Gerard Pique and Jordi Alba - as key targets for their upcoming game against their city rivals. The Catalan club's defense has been one of the most impressive aspects of their season so far, with both Pique and Alba playing some outstanding football for their team.
Pique has been a rock at the back for Barca over the past few years, while Alba has also been instrumental in their success. Both players have been key to the Catalan side's defensive stability, and it would not come as a surprise if Real Madrid decided to target them as part of their plans to win the El Clasico on Sunday.
However, it remains to be seen whether Real Madrid will actually go after either player or if they will focus on other areas of the pitch. Whatever the case may be, it seems clear that both teams will be looking to put up a strong fight in what promises to be a closely contested encounter.