Thursday's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup: David Alaba, Ansu Fati, Pervis Estupinan

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.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Barcelona to offer Lionel Messi contract extension until 2023? Barcelona are reportedly planning to offer talismanic captain Lionel Messi a new contract which will run until 2023, when the Argentine will be 35. Read more.

Barcelona, Real Madrid 'handed boost in David Alaba pursuit' Bayern Munich are allegedly prepared to listen to offers for defender David Alaba, a target for Barcelona and Real Madrid, during the next transfer window. Read more.

Barcelona to rival Manchester United for Pervis Estupinan? Barcelona could battle Manchester United for the signature of Watford defender Pervis Estupinan, according to a report. Read more.

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Barcelona 'set to sign Senegalese defender'

Barcelona are on the verge of agreeing a deal for Beziers defender Souleymane Aw, according to a report. Read more.

Barcelona 'demand £153m from Manchester United for Ansu Fati' Manchester United will have to come up with an offer of £153m to sign Barcelona attacker Ansu Fati this summer, according to a report. Read more.