In a surprising twist, Barcelona have reportedly joined the race to sign Alphonso Davies, a player who has long been linked with Real Madrid.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona's interest comes at a time when Real Madrid seemed to have little competition for the Canadian left-back, aside from Bayern Munich.

Bayern, of course, are eager to secure Davies' future, with his current contract set to expire in 2025.

For weeks, it was widely believed that Real Madrid were in pole position to sign Davies, with Bayern focused on keeping him beyond 2025.

However, recent reports suggest that contract negotiations between Davies and Bayern have stalled, which has opened the door for other clubs to make their move.

This is where Barcelona have entered the picture, hoping to capitalise on the uncertainty surrounding the player's future.

In recent weeks, there have been several rumours about Davies' situation. Some have even claimed that the player has agreed to a five-year contract with Real Madrid, which would keep him at the Spanish club until 2030, with an option for an additional year.

Despite these reports, there has been no official confirmation, and Davies' future remains unclear. Even the idea that he could still extend his contract with Bayern Munich cannot be ruled out.

As January approaches, Davies will be eligible to sign a pre-contract agreement with a foreign club, allowing him to negotiate freely without Bayern's involvement.

This is when the situation is expected to get even more intriguing. While Real Madrid and Barcelona are both keen on securing his signature, they are not the only ones.

Manchester United have also shown interest in Davies, adding another layer of competition to the transfer saga.

It remains to be seen where Davies will end up, but what is clear is that Barcelona's entry into the race has made things far more interesting.

With multiple top clubs vying for his signature, the upcoming months could be decisive for the future of one of the world's most promising left-backs.