Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in La Liga on Sunday, August 30.
Sunday morning's La Liga transfer talk news roundup:
Liverpool winger Sadio Mane 'open to Barcelona move'
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Liverpool winger Sadio Mane is reportedly open to discussing a transfer to Barcelona.
At a time when Lionel Messi has requested a transfer away from the Catalan giants, talk may soon turn to who will replace the global superstar.
Barcelona's next move will be dependent on whether they are able to recoup a transfer fee for the Argentine, who currently feels that he should be able to become a free agent.
However, reports in Spain suggest that Mane would like to be considered for a switch to Camp Nou in the future.
While the Senegal international has enjoyed four successful years at Anfield, it is claimed that the 28-year-old will want to take on a new challenge at some point in his career.
The report also indicates that Mane's relationship with Jurgen Klopp 'is not as strong' as it has been in previous years.
Manchester City 'close to securing Lionel Messi signing, new Pep Guardiola deal'
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Manchester City are reportedly close to completing two major pieces of business by signing Barcelona's Lionel Messi and tying manager Pep Guardiola down to a new contract.
City are understood to be leading the race for six-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi after he submitted a transfer request at Barcelona earlier this week.
Such a move would see Messi reunite with Guardiola, under whom he won four of those six Ballons d'Or at Barca, although Guardiola's current deal is due to expire next summer.
However, The Mirror reports that signing Messi would convince Guardiola to put pen to paper on a new three-year contract at the Etihad Stadium.
Barcelona remain desperate to keep their talismanic captain but have begun planning for life without him, and Man City are one of the only clubs in world football that could realistically afford the 33-year-old.
Before handing in a transfer request, Messi is reported to have spoken to Guardiola about the possibility of joining City and the likelihood of the manager staying beyond the end of the 2020-21 campaign.
Guardiola has already spent longer at Man City than he had in any previous job, but would reportedly be willing to extend his stay by another three years if Messi was to join.
More transfer news from La Liga:
Senior Barcelona figures 'expect Lionel Messi to join Manchester City'
Senior figures at Barcelona are reportedly expecting Lionel Messi to secure a switch to Manchester City before the end of the summer transfer window. Read more.
Donny van de Beek 'waiting on Barcelona offer'
Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek is waiting to see whether Barcelona make a move for him before deciding his next club, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'considering Donny van de Beek move'
The highly-rated midfielder has also been linked with the likes of Barcelona. Read more.
Barcelona considering bid for Lazio forward Ciro Immobile?
Lazio forward Ciro Immobile reportedly emerges as a potential transfer target for Barcelona, who are looking to replace Luis Suarez. Read more.
Lionel Messi release clause at Barcelona 'has expired'
The release clause of Barcelona forward Lionel Messi, said to be £632m, is reportedly no longer active, boosting Manchester City's hopes of signing the Argentine. Read more.
Manchester United 'keeping tabs on Donny van de Beek'
Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek is firmly on Manchester United's radar ahead of the new campaign, according to a report. Read more.
Leeds complete the signing of Robin Koch from Freiburg
The pair have both signed four-year deals. Read more.
Barcelona's Lionel Messi 'willing to take pay cut at next club'
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi reportedly accepts that he may have to take a wage cut at his next club if he is to secure a move away from the Spanish giants this summer. Read more.
Barcelona-linked Memphis Depay hints at Lyon exit
Barcelona target Memphis Depay suggests that he could leave Lyon before the end of the summer transfer window. Read more.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola 'in Barcelona amid Lionel Messi speculation'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly in Barcelona amid speculation regarding a move for Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi. Read more.
Lionel Messi 'has wanted Barcelona exit since March'
Wantaway Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi reportedly first signalled a desire to leave the club in March, five months before handing in a formal transfer request. Read more.
Atletico Madrid 'plan summer fire sale including Thomas Lemar'
Atletico Madrid are reportedly planning a major summer overhaul of their squad and are looking to offload up to seven players, including French winger Thomas Lemar. Read more.
Angel Di Maria joins Neymar in wanting Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain?
Argentine compatriot Angel Di Maria reportedly contacts Lionel Messi in a bid to convince the Barcelona forward to join Paris Saint-Germain. Read more.
Leeds United confirm club-record Rodrigo Moreno signing
Leeds United confirm the club-record signing of striker Rodrigo Moreno on a four-year deal from Valencia. Read more.
Lionel Messi to boycott Barcelona's first day back?
Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi will reportedly boycott the club's first training session back as he attempts to force a move to Manchester City. Read more.
