Gerard Pique and Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu are expected to meet 'imminently' to discuss the centre-back's statements in the recent interview after Getafe game, local Cat Radio report citing their sources inside the club.

While speaking to the media in the mixed zone after the 2-0 away win against Getafe on Saturday, Gerard Pique has fired a warning against the club board's supposed interference in the Catalan media reporting about Barca.


"We don't want to get angry," Pique said cautiously. "When two [parties] don't want to get angry, there's no argument.

"We know the club, we know who the newspapers are [that have a link to the club] and who writes each article, even if their name does not appear. Our intention is to perform on the pitch and to win trophies.

"I hope that no one wants to incite fights [about things] that have never existed."

Pique was allegedly referring to Mundo Deportivo's recent report concerning the hidden powers of Barcelona players who actually rule the club instead of the board. The article has particularly revealed the information about the players' influence on Pep Segura resignation, their desire for Dembele departure and Neymar signing this summer.

According to top Catalan outlet Ara, Barcelona's board are displeased with Gerard Pique's recent comments slamming the board. Allegedly, the officials believe the defender is more involved with his business affairs like FC Andorra and the Davis Cup while not giving as much importance to day-to-day life at the club.

Nonetheless, the Catalans' board reportedly want the conflict to be done with as soon as possible as they fear the 32-year-old's words could spoil their plans for the next elections. Considering Gerard's media weight and the popularity he has among the fans, the officials are afraid everyone will pick the player's side.