Barcelona dismiss Fabregas talk

Reports have suggested Fabregas had agreed a deal to join the Catalan giants in the summer.

A club statement read: “Given the exceptional repercussions created by the stories that have appeared in different media with respect to an agreement with Arsenal FC player Cesc Fabregas, Barca flatly deny that there have been any negotiations or agreements with the player.

“In accordance with Fifa regulations, FC Barcelona’s contract policy has always made it a priority to negotiate with the club of origin before making any particular agreement with the player.

“FC Barcelona wishes to stress that it has always maintained excellent institutional relations with Arsenal FC.”

Fabregas has long been linked a move back to Barcelona.