Barcelona news LIVE: Lionel Messi to decide £93m transfer, 14-day release clause deadline

Barcelona transfer news LIVE updates from the Nou Camp

Wednesday, December 11

• Inter Milan are planning a double raid for Barcelona’s Arturo Vidal and Ivan Rakitic

• Barcelona are seriously considering a move for Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez

• Martinez’s contract contains a release clause that can only be triggered during a 14-day period in July

• Manchester United are very interested in Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Kai Havertz

Thiago to Barcelona

Barcelona would love to re-sign Bayern Munich star Thiago, according to reports.

The Spain international is supposedly keen to return to La Liga, over six years since his transfer to the Allianz Arena.

Thiago is refusing to talk to Bayern about a new contract, despite the Bundesliga champions wanting to tie him down for the future.

And Barcelona would love to bring him back to the Nou Camp, where he'd compete with Busquets, Frenkie de Jong, Arturo Vidal and Ivan Rakitic for a starting berth.

Wanted: Emanuel Vignato

Barcelona are keeping tabs on Italian sensation Emanuel Vignato.

Vignato, 19, is a regular for Serie B side Chievo and has earned plaudits for his performances.

Juventus, Inter Milan, Lazio, Arsenal, Chelsea and Bayern Munich have all been credited with interest in the Italian Under-20 midfielder.

But Transfermarketweb claim Barcelona scouts have watched Vignato on several occasions.

"Where do I see myself in 10 years? I hope as high as possible, playing with a strong team," the midfielder told DAZN. "Barcelona are the most beautiful side to watch, Guardiola is the best coach."

Carlos Vela to Barcelona

Barcelona want to sign Los Angeles forward Carlos Vela.

That’s according to Vela’s international colleague and former Barcelona and midfielder Jonathan dos Santos.

The Mexico international, 30, scored a staggering 38 goals and provided 12 assists in 36 MLS appearances last season.

Quizzed on the Barcelona’s reported interest, Dos Santos said: "As I am now on vacation, I have not had much contact with him. But it is true, he has that offer on the table [from Barcelona]. I don't know what he's going to do.”

Lautaro Martinez release clause

Barcelona are seriously considering a move for Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez.

The Catalan giants have been watching Martinez, 22, for several months and his display against them in Tuesday’s Champions League encounter only strengthened their interest.

Spanish newspaper AS claim Martinez’s contract contains a £93million release clause that can only be triggered during a 14-day period in July.

Inter will therefore be entitled to charge whatever they like for the Argentine forward in January and try to renegotiate his contract.

AS claim Martinez dreams of playing alongside compatriot Lionel Messi and should the Nou Camp icon ask him - he would jump at the opportunity to sign for Barcelona.

Liverpool submit bid

Liverpool made an official bid for Inter Milan teenager Sebastiano Esposito, reports claim.

Esposito, 17, made his Inter Milan debut in a Europa League defeat to Frankfurt last season and has been utilised by Antonio Conte on several occasions this term.

The Italian forward has a phenomenal record for Inter’s Under-17 side, netting 25 goals in 34 appearances and his exploits have seen Barcelona, Manchester City and PSG all come knocking.

FC Inter News claim Liverpool put forward a ‘very rich offer’ for Esposito, but the player rejected the move in favour of continuing his development at the San Siro.

Edin Dzeko bid rejected

Tottenham made a formal offer for Roma talisman Edin Dzeko.

That’s according to Italian newspaper Corriere Dello Sport, who claim Roma rejected the Premier League club’s approach.

Manchester United and Jose Mourinho’s side have both been linked with the Bosnia international, who Spurs viewed as an ideal back up for Harry Kane.

It’s said Roma have no interest in selling the 33-year-old, who has bagged eight goals in 19 appearances this season.

Wilfried Zaha latest

Chelsea will accelerate their interest in Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha.

According to The Guardian, Frank Lampard has a £150million transfer budget at his disposal and is eager to bolster his forward options.

The Eagles are in a strong position to negotiate given Zaha’s current deal expires in June 2023 and will accept no less than £80million.

Jadon Sancho, CSKA Moscow forward Fyodor Chalov, Moussa Dembele and Timo Werner are all being monitored as alternatives but could be tougher to attract in January.

The Guardian claim Roy Hodgson’s side want Burnley winger Dwight McNeil to replace the Ivory Coast international, but Newcastle and Tottenham have also shown interest.

Mikel Arteta latest

Manchester City are reportedly willing to let Mikel Arteta take over at Arsenal.

The Spaniard is currently Pep Guardiola’s assistant at Manchester City, who take on Arsenal this weekend.

And The Sun report that City are willing to let Arteta head back to north London, though would prefer it happens at the end of the season.

They also claim that the Etihad outfit will not let Arteta leave before the clash at the Emirates on Sunday.