Saturday's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup: Timo Werner, Hakim Ziyech, Kepa Arrizabalaga

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Barcelona eye possible reinforcements.

The Spanish champions spent big on Antoine Griezmann during the summer but missed out on a big-name striker in January, leading to speculation that they could splash the cash again when the window reopens.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news from the Camp Nou.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann eyes MLS move after 2022 World Cup
Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann reveals that he has ambitions to play in the MLS after the 2022 World Cup. Read more.

Barcelona to open contract talks with Lionel Messi this month?
Barcelona reportedly intend to instigate contract discussions with Lionel Messi later this month. Read more.

Timo Werner: A coup for Chelsea, but a costly mistake for Liverpool, Man United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at why the signing of Timo Werner would be a huge coup for Chelsea, and a big mistake for Liverpool and Manchester United. Read more.

Manchester City 'want to tie Eric Garcia to new deal amid Barcelona talk'
Manchester City reportedly want to hand teenage centre-back Eric Garcia a new contract amid talk of interest from Barcelona. Read more.

Timo Werner to become Chelsea's highest earner with £52m contract
The proposed deal to take Timo Werner to Chelsea will reportedly be worth £52m in wages over a five-year spell, making him the club's highest-paid player. Read more.

Timo Werner to Chelsea: How much will he cost? When will he sign? Who else was interested?
With Timo Werner understood to be on the brink of joining Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at all of the key questions surrounding the impending move. Read more.