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"We want to reinforce the squad at the back. It's a position we have had problems with," a calm and confident Vilanova told a packed news conference.
"At the moment, we are interested in a left back and a centre-back. We don't have any plans to bring in any one up front.
"Last year David Villa, Alexis Sanchez and Pedro all suffered injuries but we hope next year they'll be ok. Also we can count on (youth academy players) Isaac Cuenca and Cristian Tello."
With inspirational captain Carles Puyol nearing the end of his playing career and Eric Abidal recovering from a liver transplant, Barca's defence was always going to be the starting point when it came to strengthening their squad.
Vilanova has a tough act to follow after Barca won 14 trophies under Guardiola, but he batted aside questions over the pressure he would be under next season to match their previous success.