Barcelona wanted to sign Hummels

With the suspension of the transfer ban coming as a huge relief, Barcelona are reportedly closing in on the signing of Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels, as the Liga giants look to bolster their backline as Carles Puyol is due to leave at the end of the season and Pique and Mascherano not doing that good in defense. Hummels would be a good signing for the club and will fit in well with the squad playing style.