Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in La Liga on Friday, August 7.
Friday morning's La Liga transfer talk news roundup:
Barcelona transfer news: Aubameyang waiting for bid, Coutinho close to exit, Martinez move in doubt
Barcelona have a chance to salvage their season when they face Napoli in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Saturday.
The Catalan giants finished second in La Liga, suffered an early exit from the Copa del Rey and face a tough task in overcoming Napoli, with the tie poised at 1-1.
The outcome of that second leg may well determine whether Quique Setien remains in charge for another season.
Either way, incoming activity seems certain at Camp Nou this summer as Barca look to win back their domestic crown from Real Madrid.
Thursday morning's Barcelona transfer talk news roundup:
Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang 'waiting for Barcelona offer'
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Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang may well be Barcelona's top target this summer if speculation coming out of Spain is anything to go by.
The Gabon international ended the 2019-20 campaign in superb form, netting three braces in the Gunners' final four matches, including in their FA Cup final triumph over Chelsea.
Having helped Arsenal to silverware, journalist Fabrizio Romano claims that Aubameyang is now looking to leave the club on a high and is keen to join Barca.
However, the Catalan club have yet to officially table an offer and the striker is now playing a waiting game with regards to his future.
Report: Arsenal in advanced talks over Philippe Coutinho loan
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Philippe Coutinho seemingly has no future at Camp Nou after spending the 2019-20 campaign on loan with Bayern Munich.
Bayern have turned down the chance to sign the Brazilian playmaker on a permanent basis and Barca are now running out of other options.
With a lack of permanent bidders available, Spanish outlet Sport claims that Barca are in advanced talks with Arsenal over a loan move for Coutinho.
The 28-year-old joined the La Liga side in a £142m deal two-and-a-half years ago but has failed to make an impact in Catalonia.
Barcelona's Lautaro Martinez move dependent on Luis Suarez?
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Lionel Messi recently talked up his side's chances of signing Lautaro Martinez from Inter Milan, but Barcelona face having to offload a player if they are to fund a move for the Argentina international.
That is according to reports in Spain that suggest Setien's side will abandon plans to bring in Martinez if Luis Suarez decides to stay put for another year.
However, should Suarez accept an offer to move to Major League Soccer, Barcelona are likely to reopen discussions with Martinez and Inter.
The 22-year-old has scored a combined 19 goals in the Champions League and Serie A this season.
Real Madrid transfer news: Rodriguez likely to leave, Reguilon in Chelsea talks, Kubo wanted by Bayern
Real Madrid remain on course for a Spanish and European double as they prepare to lock horns with Manchester City in the Champions League last 16.
Los Blancos pipped Barcelona to the La Liga title last month but trail Man City 2-1 ahead of Friday's second leg at the Etihad Stadium.
Despite having plenty still to play for on the field, Madrid already have one eye on the transfer window as they look to strengthen their squad.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news of possible comings and goings at the Bernabeu.
Thursday morning's Real Madrid transfer talk news roundup:
Real Madrid 'reject Bayern Munich loan bid for Takefusa Kubo'
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After a solid return in his first year in Spanish football, young winger Takefusa Kubo has been tipped for big things at Madrid.
Kubo caught the eye on loan with Real Mallorca and could be part of Zinedine Zidane's first-team plans next season.
However, Bayern Munich are said to be eyeing up a move for the Japan international, with a £4.5m loan offer being tabled.
According to Spanish outlet AS, Los Blancos have knocked back that offer as they have big plans for Kubo.
James Rodriguez likely to leave Real Madrid for Atletico Madrid?
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Perhaps a more well-known name around the Bernabeu is James Rodriguez, who looks certain to depart the club this summer after slipping way down the pecking order.
A number of Premier League clubs have been tipped to move for the Colombia international this summer, but El Golazo de Gol claims that he may yet remain in the Spanish capital.
That is due to Atletico Madrid registering an interest in Rodriguez, with Diego Simeone said to be a fan of the attacker.
The same report indicates that Madrid president Florentino Perez is happy to green light the transfer, which could be worth around £13.5m.
Chelsea make progress in race to sign Real Madrid defender Sergio Reguilon?
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Sergio Reguilon is another player who faces an uncertain future at Madrid, having spent the 2019-20 campaign on loan with Sevilla.
The full-back is behind big-money signing Ferland Mendy in the pecking order and is believed to be seeking a move away, possibly on a permanent basis.
ESPN reports that Chelsea are the clear frontrunners to sign Reguilon, although they could face competition from fellow Premier League side Everton.
Madrid are supposedly seeking £22.5m for the 23-year-old, who has made 22 first-team appearances for the club.
More transfer news from La Liga:
Chelsea 'to prioritise Jose Gimenez over Declan Rice'
Chelsea are reportedly ready to prioritise a deal for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez over moving for West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice. Read more.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen 'snubs Chelsea to sign Barcelona deal'
Chelsea target Marc-Andre ter Stegen is reportedly ready to pen a contract extension at Barcelona. Read more.
Arsenal told to pay full release clause for Atletico Madrid's Thomas Partey?
A report claims that Arsenal have been told to pay up the full £45.5m that Atletico Madrid are after for midfielder Thomas Partey. Read more.
Manchester City 'want £30m for Barcelona-linked Eric Garcia'
Manchester City will only sell teenage defender Eric Garcia to Barcelona this summer for £30m, according to a report. Read more.
Everton 'keen on summer deal for Diogo Dalot'
Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot emerges as a transfer target for Everton, according to a report. Read more.
Chelsea make progress in race to sign Real Madrid defender Sergio Reguilon?
Chelsea are reportedly in advanced talks with Real Madrid regarding the signing of Real Madrid left-back Sergio Reguilon. Read more.
Barcelona transfer news: Ter Stegen snubs Chelsea, Garcia price set, Torres lined up
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Barcelona on Friday, August 7. Read more.
Barcelona 'want Pau Torres if Eric Garcia bid fails'
Barcelona identify Villarreal's Pau Torres as an alternative to Manchester City's Eric Garcia, according to a report. Read more.
Everton, Wolverhampton Wanderers join race for Barcelona midfielder Rafinha?
Everton and Wolverhampton Wanderers reportedly make contact with Barcelona regarding the potential signing of out-of-favour midfielder Rafinha. Read more.
James Rodriguez likely to leave Real Madrid for Atletico Madrid?
Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to allow James Rodriguez to sign for city rivals Atletico Madrid in a £13.5m deal. Read more.
Alvaro Montero: 'Gareth Bale wants Premier League return'
Spanish football expert Alvaro Montero claims that Real Madrid attacker Gareth Bale wants to return to the Premier League this summer. Read more.
Eric Garcia turns down new contract at Manchester City
The highly-rated 19-year-old centre-back has been linked with a return to his boyhood club Barcelona. Read more.
Real Madrid transfer news: Zidane explains Bale omission, Premier League return most likely
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Real Madrid on Friday, August 7. Read more.
