The three European giants have all made approaches to sign the winger this summer, but PSG have flatly refused to engage, according to L’Equipe. The 22-year-old Frenchman had been linked with a possible exit due to increased competition for spots in Luis Enrique’s starting XI, but the Ligue 1 giants are adamant that he is not for sale.
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Despite a challenging second half of the season, thanks to new arrivals like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and the emergence of Desire Doue, Barcola has no desire to leave, and PSG have no intention of letting him go, as reaffirmed by Fabrizio Romano. The French champions consider Barcola one of their most promising young players and will not entertain offers from any club, regardless of interest.
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Luis Enrique continues to see Barcola as a key tactical option for next season. While his minutes dipped, there has been no internal tension among the club's forwards despite earlier reports. Instead, L'Equipe's report has suggested that the youngster is happy with his role, and his club believe he will remain an important part of their push for continued dominance in France and Europe.
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WHAT NEXT FOR BARCOLA?
The winger did not feature in PSG's Club World Cup opener but did play a part in their surprise loss to Botafogo. He is unlikely to be a starter yet again when the European champions take on the Seattle Sounders.