BARCLAYS PLC has confirmed that it is interested in acquiring some assets of Lehman Brothers.

Barclays had been engaged in negotiations about a possible takeover of Lehman Brothers but pulled out over the weekend.

Barclays now says it is interested in Lehman assets that can be acquired on attractive terms, though it does not say which parts it might seek.

The company says in a statement today that there is no assurance the discussions will result in any agreements.