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Saturday's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup: Eric Garcia, Ousmane Dembele, Philippe Coutinho

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Barcelona on Saturday, October 3.

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.

Saturday morning's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup:


Barcelona 'make fresh bid for Eric Garcia'

Manchester City defender Eric Garcia pictured in August 2020© Reuters

Barcelona have reportedly made a fresh approach for Manchester City defender Eric Garcia.

The young centre-back is currently against penning a new contract at the Etihad Stadium, putting him in line to leave City next summer.

The 19-year-old's stance has naturally led to speculation regarding a return to Barcelona, where he spent the majority of his youth days.

Despite failing with previous bids for the prospect, SER Catalunya programme 'Que t'hi Jugues' says that the Catalan giants have made another offer.

The report claims that Barcelona are attempting to conclude a deal for €8m (£7.26m), with a further two add-ons being paid at a later date.

As it stands, City are not prepared to budge on their £20m valuation of the player.



Barcelona 'want Manchester United to pay Ousmane Dembele wages in full'

Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele pictured in September 2020© Reuters

Manchester United will reportedly have to pay Ousmane Dembele's wages in full if they wish to secure a loan deal for the Barcelona winger.

With the Catalan giants having retained the services of Philippe Coutinho, they are now willing to allow Dembele to depart Camp Nou on a temporary basis.

That has led to interest from United, who are considering their options at a time when they have been left frustrated in their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho.

However, The Sun claims that a deal will only be completed for Dembele if United are willing to pay the France international's £215,000-per-week wages.

Although Barcelona would prefer to cash in on the 23-year-old, a loan agreement on these terms is regarded as the next best option.

Dembele has made one 20-minute substitute outing during Barcelona's opening two league matches of the season.


More transfer news from Barcelona:

Paul Pogba 'attempting to convince Ousmane Dembele to join Manchester United'
Paul Pogba is 'playing a big part in convincing' Barcelona attacker Ousmane Dembele to join Manchester United, according to French journalist Julien Laurens. Read more.

Barcelona deny holding Ousmane Dembele talks with Manchester United
Barcelona sporting director Ramon Planes denies that the club are in talks with Manchester United over Ousmane Dembele. Read more.

Barcelona put move for Manchester City's Eric Garcia on hold until January?
Barcelona will reportedly wait until the January transfer window to make a move for Manchester City defender Eric Garcia, with the Citizens holding out for a €30m fee. Read more.

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