Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in La Liga on Friday, July 17.
Friday morning's La Liga transfer talk news roundup:
Lionel Messi demands change across "entire club" at "weak" Barcelona
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Lionel Messi has called for major changes at Barcelona after they conceded the La Liga title to Real Madrid on Thursday evening.
While Real Madrid battled their way to a 2-1 victory over Villarreal, Barcelona suffered a surprise reverse by the same scoreline against Osasuna at Camp Nou.
After his club's latest setback, Messi described Barcelona as "a weak team", suggesting that significant changes should be made both on and off the pitch over the coming months.
In a television interview, the Argentine said: "We didn't expect to finish in this way, but it sums up the year for us.
"We are a weak team who can be beaten with enough intensity and enthusiasm. We have lost a lot of points which we shouldn't have done. We have been very inconsistent.
"We need to be self-critical, starting with the players, but also across the entire club. We are Barcelona, and we are obliged to win every game."
With less than a year remaining on his contract, Messi has been linked with a transfer away from Barcelona at the end of next season, effectively putting the pressure on high-profile figures behind the scenes to deliver on the 33-year-old's requests.
Manchester City 'agree personal terms with Ferran Torres'
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Manchester City have reportedly agreed personal terms with Valencia attacker Ferran Torres ahead of a proposed move during this summer's transfer window.
The 20-year-old has been in impressive form for Los Che during the 2019-20 campaign, scoring six times and contributing eight assists in 43 appearances in all competitions.
The attacker's contract at the Mestalla is due to expire next summer, though, and his future has been the subject of much speculation over the last few months.
Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus are among the clubs to be credited with an interest in the Spain Under-21 international, but according to Eurosport, Torres has agreed personal terms with City.
The report claims that the youngster's representatives met with the Premier League giants on Wednesday, where a 'total agreement' was reached 'on the terms of the deal'.
Torres has managed four goals and five assists in 33 La Liga outings this term.
More transfer news from La Liga:
Manchester City 'interested in Nicolas Tagliafico'
Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico emerges as a transfer target for Manchester City, according to a report. Read more.
Barcelona 'make Carles Alena decision'
Carles Alena will be part of Barcelona's first-team squad during the 2020-21 campaign, according to a report. Read more.
Bayer Leverkusen attacker Kai Havertz wants to join Chelsea this summer despite interest from Real Madrid and Manchester United, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'snap up Real Madrid teenager'
Manchester United agree a deal to sign Real Madrid defender Alvaro Fernandez on a four-year contract, according to a report. Read more.
Bayern Munich, Everton 'among clubs keen on Wilfried Zaha'
Bayern Munich and Everton are reportedly among the clubs who are considering a move for Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha. Read more.
Hertha Berlin join race for Real Madrid forward Luka Jovic?
Hertha Berlin are reportedly ready to join the race to sign Real Madrid forward Luka Jovic, who is expected to leave the Bernabeu this summer. Read more.
Paul Pogba 'close to new five-year Manchester United deal'
Midfielder Paul Pogba is reportedly close to penning a new five-year contract at Manchester United. Read more.
