The transfer rumour mill is continuing to turn and the one name on everybody's lips continues to be that of Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi. It has always seemed unthinkable that the Argentine may leave the Nou Camp but after letting the Blaugrana know of his desire to leave, he is edging closer to a sensational move to Manchester City. Elsewhere, champions Liverpool are still working hard on a deal for Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara following their defeat in the Community Shield to Arsenal. And Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang once again showed his importance to the Gunners with a goal and the winning penalty in the shootout as he moves closer to a bumper new deal at the Emirates. Stay with Mirror Football for all the latest news and developments in the transfer window

Source: Metro August 10, 2020 05:40 UTC