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 last summer but missed out on a big-name striker in January and have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, meaning that selling players rather than buying could be their priority this summer.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news from the Camp Nou.
Thursday morning's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup:
Barcelona 'make opening bid for Manchester City defender Eric Garcia'
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Barcelona have reportedly launched an opening bid for Manchester City defender Eric Garcia.
The 19-year-old is now in the final year of his contract at the Etihad Stadium and has turned down the offer of an extension, but recently hinted that he would still like to stay at the club for another season.
However, Spanish outlet Sport claims that Barcelona have made an €8m (£7.3m) offer for Garcia, who came through the ranks at their famed La Masia academy.
Garcia left Barcelona for City's academy in 2017 and enjoyed a breakthrough season last term, making 20 appearances across all competitions.
Man City reportedly value the Spaniard at €40m (£36.3m) but recognise that they are unlikely to get anything close to that figure for a player who is out of contract next summer.
Barcelona 'exploring possibility of re-signing Hector Bellerin'
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Barcelona are reportedly considering making an attempt to re-sign Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin.
The Spaniard came through the youth system at Barca before leaving in 2011, signing his first professional contract with the Gunners the following year.
Bellerin has made over 200 appearances for his current side in all competitions, but there have been suggestions that he could be on the move during this summer's transfer window.
Paris Saint-Germain have been strongly linked with the 25-year-old, who would reportedly be allowed to leave the Emirates Stadium for £35m in the coming weeks.
According to Sport, Barca are interested in bringing the Spain international back to Camp Nou amid claims that Nelson Semedo could depart before the end of the transfer window.
Semedo's exit would leave the Catalan giants short at right-back, but it remains to be seen whether they have the funds to spend a relatively large amount on Bellerin due to the financial impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
More transfer news from Barcelona:
Liverpool 'in line for £5m Philippe Coutinho windfall after Barcelona U-turn'
Barcelona must hand over another £5m to Liverpool once Philippe Coutinho makes 15 more appearances for the club, according to a report. Read more.
Lyon forward Memphis Depay 'agrees personal terms with Barcelona'
Lyon forward Memphis Depay allegedly agrees personal terms with Barcelona ahead of a potential transfer to Camp Nou. Read more.
Georginio Wijnaldum 'set for showdown talks over Liverpool future'
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum will reportedly hold showdown talks with manager Jurgen Klopp regarding his future at the club amid interest from Barcelona. Read more.
Antoine Griezmann rules out Barcelona exit
Antoine Griezmann reiterates that he has no desire to leave Barcelona during the summer transfer window. Read more.
