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Deulofeu 'absolutely an option' for Barcelona

Barcelona are keen on bringing winger Gerard Deulofeu back to Camp Nou.

Deulofeu, a product of the club's famed La Masia academy, made six senior appearances for Barca – all as a substitute – before season-long loan stints at Everton and Sevilla.

But Deulofeu has been a revelation for the Rossoneri in Serie A and his form earned an international recall – one the 23-year-old grasped by scoring a maiden Spain goal in last month's 2-0 friendly win in France.

His progress has not gone unnoticed at Barca, with sporting director Robert Fernandez giving serious thought towards activating a clause with Everton that is widely reported to stand at €12million.

"Deulofeu, yes, it's absolutely an option for the future," he told TV3.

"The club are considering bringing him back to play for the first team."