Thursday's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup: Samuel Umtiti, Philippe Coutinho, Daniele Rugani

Even an eighth La Liga title in the past 11 years was not enough for Barcelona's 2018-19 season to be deemed a success following their Champions League collapse at Liverpool and Copa del Rey final defeat to Valencia.

Just one trophy from a possible treble has led to calls for the Catalan giants to undergo a squad overhaul this summer, and here Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Camp Nou.

Thursday morning's headlines:

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Arsenal enquire about loan deal for Barcelona centre-back Samuel Umtiti?

Arsenal reportedly explore the possibility of taking Samuel Umtiti on loan from Barcelona as their search for a new central defender intensifies. Read more.

Arsenal 'walk away from Daniele Rugani deal' A report claims that Arsenal have been unable to agree payment terms with Juventus for Daniele Rugani and will now look elsewhere for a new central defender. Read more.

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Philippe Coutinho rejects Tottenham Hotspur move?

Philippe Coutinho reportedly turns down the prospect of completing a move to Tottenham Hotspur before Thursday's transfer deadline. Read more.

Gerard Pique wants Neymar back at Barcelona Neymar left Barca for PSG in a world-record deal in summer 2017. Read more.