Barcelona boss Xavi yet to give up on Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva - Paper Round

Xavi still hopes for Bernardo The Mail reports that Xavi Hernandez has not yet given up on Bernardo Silva, despite Pep Gurdiola expecting him to stay, and Paris Saint-Germain’s late interest being reported. The Barca coach said: “You never lose hope, but it's difficult. It's complicated.

We're only a few days away. We must have players leaving too,” when considering the rest of the window. Ad TransfersChelsea agree £70m deal for Leicester defender Fofana — Paper Round17 HOURS AGO Paper Round’s view: It would now be very difficult for Manchester City to get in a player quick enough who would have similar quality to the 28-year-old Portuguese international, which is what makes a transfer unlikely, whether an offer comes in from Barcelona or PSG.

Silva seems ready to stay for another year and then one would expect he will be able to sort an exit. Read the full story Barca searching for new defender Spanish newspaper Marca reports that Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez is unconvinced by Sergio Dest but the American does not want to leave the club. There are three potential recruits lined up depending on finances, with the most expensive being Villarreal’s Juan Foyth, Borussia Dortmund defender Thomas Meunier, and Hector Bellerin the cheapest option.

Paper Round’s view: Bellerin is reportedly set to secure a free transfer away from Arsenal as he looks to continue his career elsewhere after time on loan in Spain. A move to Barcelona would be a surprise as he has struggled after his recovery from serious injury, but with finances stretched at Barcelona, both Meunier and Foyth seem tough targets to land. Read the full story Forest set for Lodi loan Nottingham Forest are set to sign 24-year-old Brazilian Renan Lodi on loan from