Real Madrid plan Barcelona raid for youngster Marc Bartra

Real Madrid are set to raid Barcelona for exciting youngster Marc Bartra.

El Confidencial says Real academy chief Ramon Martinez has made a move for the 18 year-old defender, whose Barca deal does not expire until 2011.

Bartra has so far resisted offers from Barca to open talks over a new contract.

The Spain youth international will be offered a place at Real Madrid - if Barca are prepared to give him a free transfer.