According to the CIES Football Observatory, Kylian Mbappe is the world's most valuable player

Fans and analysts of football don’t always agree on many things, but one factor that most people would probably come together on is the subject of transfer fees. Ask most fans, and they’d probably tell you that – particularly in a time of economic uncertainty elsewhere in the world – transfer fees have simply become out of control, particularly since the massive transfer of Neymar from Barcelona to Paris St. Germain for around £200 million in the summer of 2017.

Barcelona will reportedly face increased competition for Benjamin Pavard, as Juventus have joined Bayern Munich in the race to sign him.

Barcelona would have to cope up with a tough away trip to Real Sociedad this weekend as they look to consolidate their position at the top of the La Liga standings. The Catalans have begun the new campaign with three wins on the spin while scoring 12 goals in the process. However, Ernesto Valverde’s men would come up against a Sociedad side who have made a mixed start to their season.

In the Barça dressing room they are very aware of the possible signings that may come in the near future. There are many names that are being suggested, and heavyweights like Philippe Coutinho know all the plans of the club.

FC Barcelona v SD Huesca - La Liga

With El Pistolero ageing up, his fitness has become a significant issue and Barcelona have sold Paco Alcacer in the most recent football transfer window.

Barcelona and Argentina star Lionel Messi has scored 100 goals for club and country from outside the penalty box, with 41 of those direct free-kicks, according to Xpressnews.

Manchester United knew they had something special after Cristiano Ronaldo made his debut for the club against Bolton.

Barcelona are reportedly interested in highly-rated Genoa striker Krzysztof Piatek, who has been dubbed the new Robert Lewandowski.

A young Lionel Messi scored 12 goals in one training session while on trial at River Plate - but the Argentinian giants refused to finance a deal.

Barcelona Coach-Ernest Valverde

Barcelona are desperate to end three years of European hurt in this year's Champions League.
The Catalans have seen their great rivals Real Madrid claim all of the last three titles, despite Barca's dominance of the game domestically in Spain.

Chile international Vidal, 31, was snapped up for around €18m plus add-ons in August on a three-year deal.

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde was not fully satisfied after watching his side thrash Huesca 8-2 to go top of La Liga.

LIONEL MESSI was the subject of a mistaken £30m bid from Manchester City when he was first making his name at Barcelona, a report claims.

Exclusive Update exclusively understand that Rafinha has turned a new contract offer from Spanish giants Barcelona.

Barcelona are reportedly plotting a €40 million bid to complete the signing of Dutch wonderkid Frenkie De Jong in the January transfer window.

The Champions League draw takes place in Monaco on Thursday as Europe’s finest discover who they will face in the group stages.

BARCELONA IS STILL DESPERATELY SEARCHING FOR AN ANDRES INIESTA REPLACEMENT AND HAS TARGETED ADRIEN RABIOT, BUT IT SEEMS THAT PSG HAS ISSUED A WARNING TO THE LA LIGA GIANTS.

Barcelona have made an impressive start to the new season, but reports claim that Lionel Messi is eager to see changes made to the starting line-up.

What's the rumour?
Despite the arrivals of Arturo Vidal from Bayern and Arthur from Gremio, Barcelona is still of the opinion that their midfield lacks the cutting edge and are consequently embroiled in the pursuit of a quality central midfielder.

Barcelona have reportedly set their sights on Kevin Kampl of RB Leipzig as a possible alternative to Frenkie de Jong after missing out on the Ajax youngster this summer.