FC Barcelona News: 1 August 2020

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A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and transfer rumors

Man City move for Barcelona midfielder Sergi Roberto | Football Espana

Man City are pushing to land Sergi Roberto. The 28-year-old is said to be happy at the Camp Nou, while Barca would rather keep Roberto and sell Nelson Semedo.

Samuel Umtiti wants to stay and fight for his place at Barça | Sport

Samuel Umtiti does not want to leave Barcelona this summer and wants to stay, fight for his place at the Camp Nou and prove his fitness.

Rafinha’s Celta Vigo future in his own hands | Marca

Celta have their work cut out convincing Rafinha to stay. The Brazilian likes the club but didn’t finish the season in “high spirits” and is yet to decide his next move.

Neto’s departure is complicated | Mundo Deportivo

Neto’s future at Barcelona is complicated for financial reasons. The club would need to sell him for €20m but will struggle to find a buyer at that price.

De Laurentiis: All hell will break loose if something happens to Napoli in Barcelona | Marca

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis remains worried about playing the UCL tie in Barcelona. He said: “I hope nothing happens to us in Barcelona. If it does, all hell will break loose.”

Marlon Santos still dreams of returning to Barcelona one day | Sport

Marlon Santos says returning to Barcelona is “a dream - and objective - for me.” The Catalans hold a buyback option if he plays 50 games for Sassuolo.

Source: barcablaugranes.com