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Barcelona News: Lionel Messi wants five players sold, Real Madrid fears, Man United blow
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Lionel Messi reportedly wants Barcelona to sign five new players this summer.
That is according to Spanish outlet Don Balon, who say the Argentina international feels the squad needs a clear out.
Messi supposedly thinks Andre Gomes, Arda Turan, Jeremy Mathieu, Lucas Digne and Munir El Haddadi should all leave the club.
He wants more strength in depth in order for Barcelona to fight Real Madrid for the title next season.
Barcelona star Lionel Messi wants five players sold
Barcelona want to wreck Man United's transfer plans
Barcelona have held talks with Benfica over a move for Manchester United target Nelson Semedo, reports claim.
The 23-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Jose Mourinho's side - as well as city rivals Manchester City.
But Goal claim Barcelona are aiming to hijack the move.
The Catalan giants have struggled to replace Alves since he joined Juventus last summer - and view Semedo as his perfect long-term replacement.
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