Neymar's father denies reports he is heading to Barcelona, Valverde 'OK' to sign both Neymar and Antoine Griezmann and more Barcelona transfer news: 2 July 2019

Hello and welcome to the daily Barcelona transfer news and rumors of the day. After a disappointing European campaign, Barcelona are out to strengthen their squad for the 2019/20 campaign.

The Spanish giants have already signed Frenkie de Jong from Ajax, Neto from Valencia, and Emerson from Atletico Mineiro. There were quite a few departures including the likes of Jasper Cillessen, Andre Gomes, Paco Alcacer, Denis Suarez.

Without much ado, here are the top transfer news of the day surrounding the Catalan giants.

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Neymar's father denies reports he is heading to Barcelona

Neymar in action for PSG. Red Star Belgrade v Paris Saint-Germain - UEFA Champions League Group C

The Brazilian has been linked to the Catalan giants all summer. As reported by Sport a week ago, Neymar and Barcelona have reached an agreement on personal terms.

It has been widely speculated that the 27-year-old has taken a substantial pay cut to make the move possible and is expected to earn around €24 million at Camp Nou. However, the biggest hurdle hasn't been crossed yet. Barcelona are nowhere close to agreeing a with Paris Saint-Germain for his transfer.

Reports surfaced yesterday that Neymar's father is traveling to Barcelona on Tuesday. According to online outlet Esporte Interativo and as reported by AS, the Brazilian’s father and lawyer are set to meet a Barcelona representative, André Cury, to discuss the return of Neymar to the Camp Nou. However, the rumors were denied by Neymar Sr on Tuesday.

“I’m not going to Barcelona to negotiate,” Neymar Sr told Fox Sports Brazil. “I am in Brazil and I will continue here until we return to Paris with my son.”

Neymar to Barcelona transfer rumor is expected to go around all summer until the deal is completed or the transfer window slams shut.

Ernesto Valverde 'OK' to sign both Neymar Jr and Antoine Griezmann for next season

Ernesto Valverde has asked for a smaller squad and quality players next season

After a disappointing campaign, Ernesto Valverde is out to strengthen his attacking arsenal. Antoine Griezmann announced his Atletico Madrid departure earlier in the summer and all signs indicated towards a move to Camp Nou. However, the move is yet to materialize.

Also, Neymar to Barcelona rumor is gathering pace. As reported earlier, personal terms were agreed but fee remains the biggest hurdle. Barcelona needs substantial money to pull off both the transfers and for that they have to sell a few players.

Ernesto Valverde has given his nod to have both players in the squad for the 2019/20 season. With Coutinho and Dembele's future uncertain, Valverde could use both Neymar and Griezmann. The possibility of Lionel Messi, Neymar, Griezmann, and Luis Suarez playing together is mouthwatering.

Barcelona reject Bayern Munich's opening bid for Ousmane Dembele

Ousmane Dembele, Deportivo Alaves v FC Barcelona - La Liga

According to Sport, the Catalan giants have rejected a bid of €70 million from Bayern Munich for Ousmane Dembele. Bayern Munich's bid for Dembele was immediately turned down by Barcelona, who want at least €100 million for the Frenchman.

Despite showing huge potential, the 22-year-old has been struggling to stamp his authority at Camp Nou. Dembele made 20 LaLiga starts last season and finished with eight goals and five assists.

Barcelona paid €105m plus €40m in add-ons for the youngster two years ago and wants to recoup most of the money. Bayern Munich desperately needs a winger to cope without Robben and Ribery next season.

They were linked with Manchester City's Leroy Sane earlier but the English club were reluctant to sell the German international. Whether Bayern will come back with an improved offer is still uncertain.