Rakitic: I'm only focused on Barcelona and staying here for many years Barcelona Croatian denied rumours of a potential exit

After the blow of Champions League elimination to Liverpool in midweek, Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic has faced criticism amid speculation of a potential exit.

However, he spoke out on Saturday via social media to deny any such claims, including quotes reported to be from his brother Dejan.

"I am only focused on Barcelona and staying here for many years, I want to win the double," he wrote.

Inter have become the latest team to have been linked with the midfielder, despite having a contract until the summer of 2021.

With a release clause of 125 million euros, Rakitic has started 44 games this season, making 49 appearances in all.