"We have the beginning of an agreement in principle with Manchester City for Claudio Bravo," Robert revealed to TV3 in Spain after Barca's 6-2 win.
"We need to sign a goalkeeper. We are waiting events this week. When Claudio leaves, we hope to have a new goalkeeper."
The arrival of Chile international Bravo, 33, would likely leave England keeper Joe Hart as third choice at City under new manager Pep Guardiola