Meanwhile, Legit.ng had earlier reported that Barcelona have reportedly planning to stop Luis Suarez from joining fellow Spanish League outfit Atletico Madrid before the end of this transfer window. Sevilla re-signed Ivan Rakitic from Barcelona for an initial fee of €1.5 million ahead of the new season. He said: Rakitic left Barcelona for La Liga Sevilla this summer in a deal that cost €1.5 million initially, but could rise to around €10.5 million. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Rakitic, 32, will now focus on his career at Sevilla, after announcing his retirement from international football. Ivan Rakitic has admitted he was never close friends with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez during his six years playing alongside them at Barcelona. Ivan Rakitic is one of the influential footballers that left Barcelona this summer and the Croatian midfielder has claimed he was never close pals with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. I believe that's hard in a group of 23 or 24 players. Copyright © 2020 Goal.com All rights reserved. I've always got on incredibly well and have the utmost respect for them." I believe that's hard in a group of 23 or 24 players. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Luis Suarez has been deemed surplus to requirements by new coach Ronald Koeman, but it remains to be seen if he will leave the club after a deal with Juventus broke down. Lionel Messi was very nearly part of a group of senior players that have left or are on their way out of Barcelona. The move will see the 32-year-old head back to Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium where he plied his trade before moving to the Camp Nou. ', The Croatian has ended his six-year stay at Barcelona to rejoin his former club Sevilla. He also said that the club that had no discernible football project. Despite enjoying Champions League glory together in 2015 and claiming four LaLiga titles, he admits there was only 'respect' between himself and the club's star duo. The 32-year-old rejoined his former club Seviall during the summer window after being told he was surplus to requirement at the Camp Nou by Ronald Koeman. Faced with a decision of either taking Barcelona to court or honouring and seeing out his contract that runs till the end of the 2020-21 season, Messi backed down and announced his decision to stay at the club. Arturo Vidal has left for Inter Milan, while Rakitic has re-joined Sevilla. They were my team-mates for six years and are very important players. It was my f*****g fault': Agent Scott... 'If they don't invest in the next week, it's tough days ahead... the honeymoon period is certainly over for... 'There is so much riding on this - this is the guy to replace Vincent Kompany': Pep Guardiola's Man City... 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The Uruguay legend was released by the Catalan side, leaving Lionel Messi … Reports in Spain on Monday claimed the Uruguayan had terminated his contract there after being told he was not part of the Dutchman's plans. Rakitic played 106 times for Croatia, scoring 15 goals and reaching the 2018 World Cup final. IVAN RAKITIC has revealed that he was never that close with Lionel Messi or Luis Suarez during his time at the Nou Camp. I've always got on incredibly well and have the utmost respect for them. The 32-year-old rejoined his former club Seviall during the summer window after being told he was surplus to requirement at the Camp Nou by Ronald Koeman. 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Ivan, who is earning considerably less than what he was on at Barça, will have an important role at Sevilla this season. Ivan Rakitic is one of the influential footballers that left Barcelona this summer and the Croatian midfielder has claimed he was never close pals with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. Along with Messi and Suarez, he won four La liga titles and one Champions League from 2014-2020. ", City star Ruben Dias' stunning girlfriend April Ivy is a pop star with a No1 hit, Lazio want Man Utd's Pereira and Mata after David Silva move collapses, Aouar '£45.5m new offer', Partey on bench in Atletico victory, Jorginho LATEST, Watch Ronaldo 'leap like prime Jordan' with amazing record-breaking header, Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Follow all the latest news from Old Trafford, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Photo Credit: Getty ImagesSource: Getty Images. The Croatian midfielder spoke to 'El Desmarque' and was asked about his relationship with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, two players who he allegedly never got on well with. PAY ATTENTION: Click “See First” under the “Following” tab to see Legit.ng News on your Facebook News Feed! 'During the coronavirus lockdown, we've all been very close together, almost neighbours. I believe that's hard in a group of 23 or 24 players. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Also Read | Barcelona Chief Josep Maria Bartomeu Reveals Why He Couldn’t Let Lionel Messi Leave, Rakitic recently left Barcelona and also played his last game for national side Croatia. They were my team-mates for six years and are very important players. The 32-year-old rejoined his former club Seviall during the summer window after being told he was surplus to requirement at the Camp Nou by Ronald Koeman. On the other hand, Messi has reversed his decision to stay at Barcelona for another season after initially handing a transfer request to his boyhood club. “But I respect them both. They were my team-mates for six years and are very important players. Comments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed, Rakitic has left Barcelona to join Sevilla, Luis Suarez’s Atletico Madrid transfer in jeopardy as Barcelona pull plug on him joining club, But after being humilaited by Bayern Munich in Europe, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Ivan Rakitić (Croatian pronunciation: [ǐʋan rǎkititɕ]; born 10 March 1988) is a Croatian professional footballer who plays as a central or attacking midfielder for Spanish club Sevilla.. Rakitić started his professional career at Basel and spent two seasons with … "My closest friends were Andres Iniesta, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Kevin-Prince Boateng and Junior Firpo last season". - Ivan Rakitic has opened up about his relationship with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez while at Barca, - The Croatian midfielder left Barcelona after he was told he will not be part of Ronald Koeman's plans, - Rakitic has rejoined Sevilla while Suarez is also on the verge of leaving the Camp Nou outfit this summer. "I'm very thankful for how they've treated me over the years.". For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Rakitic Offers Messi Advice Barcelona’s pre-season preparations are currently being overshadowed by uncertainty over the future of captain Lionel Messi. Midfielder Ivan Rakitic revealed that Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez were not his close friends during his six-year stint in Barcelona. 'My closest friends were Andres Iniesta, [Marc-Andre] ter Stegen, [Kevin-Prince] Boateng and Junior Firpo last season. Messi attempted to … Former Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic has admitted that was never 'close friends' with former teammates Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. It is understood that the Uruguayan striker has terminated his contract in a bid to join Atletico Madrid this summer. Luis Suarez is furious with Barcelona after they backtracked on a deal to see him join Atletico Madrid for free, sources have told @samuelmarsden and @moillorens: https://t.co/le54mACcAr pic.twitter.com/3L87aYYciQ. 'My relationship with them was never one of close friends. Returning to the club where he spent four productive seasons between 2011 and 2014, the midfielder will hope to put great performances and is fully focused now that he has also announced his retirement from international football. I'm very thankful for how they've treated me over the years.". They then play Levante before Rakitic will return to Camp Nou for an away fixture at Barcelona on October 4. But after being humilaited by Bayern Munich in Europe last season, Rakitic was one of the first high-profile casualties to get the axe under new manager Ronald Koeman. I've always got on incredibly well and have the utmost respect for them. "Saying goodbye to the national team is the most difficult decision of my career, but I felt that it was the moment when I had to break through and make that decision," he said in a statement. Despite the trio's success domestically and in Europe, he admitted their relationship was based around respect rather than friendship. Suarez, Arthur, Ivan Rakitic, Arturo Vidal and Nelson Semedo were among the high-profile departures following new manager Ronald Koeman's arrival. They were my team-mates for six years and are very important players. In fact, the Sevilla midfielder made it a point to mention that he respects them greatly for what they've achieved on the football pitch. "I enjoyed every game that I played with my country and the unforgettable moments of the World Cup will remain among my favourite memories of my life.". "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. LUIS SUAREZ has joined Atletico Madrid following six glorious years at Barcelona. “My relationship with them was never one of my close friends. Rakitic this … Rakitic relata su relación con Messi y Suárez. However, La Liga and Barcelona insisted that he would not be allowed to leave on a free as stipulated on his contract. And since then he began shopping for a new club. Ivan Rakitic: 'My relationship with Messi, Vidal was never close friends'. Ivan Rakitic insists Barcelona remain "the best option for all players" but admits he does not know whether Lionel Messi will leave the club. Speaking to Spanish outlet El Desmarque, he made a huge revelation about his chemistry with Messi and Suarez. There had been reports that Rakitic had not gotten on well with Barca’s star pair but, while he acknowledges they weren’t close, he says he had nothing but respect for them. The 32-year-old midfielder spent six years at the club, winning 16 trophies, including four La Liga titles and the Champions League. While Messi stayed against his will, Luis Suarez has departed for Atletico Madrid, following Ivan Rakitic, Arturo Vidal and Nelson Semedo out of … Rakitic será el 'Messi' del Sevilla It's been revealed today that Rakitic has inherited the number 10 shirt left by Ever Banega. 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Ivan Rakitic insists Barcelona remain “the best option for all players” but admits he does not know whether Lionel Messi will leave the club. Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. “My relationship with them was never one of my close friends. I'm very thankful for how they've treated me over the years. Ivan Rakitic's latest post has seemingly irritated Lionel Messi fans who slammed the Croatian midfielder on social media. Published: 07:06 BST, 22 September 2020 | Updated: 09:02 BST, 22 September 2020. Ivan Rakitic reveals he was never close with Lionel Messi or Luis Suarez, Rakitic did stress that he always had a professional working relationship with the Barcelona stars. He has since moved to Sevilla, after accepting a massive pay-cut to leave Barcelona. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Former Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic has surprisingly revealed that Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez were not his close friends during his six-year stint in Barcelona. The Croatian brought his time at the Nou Camp to an end this summer by sealing a return to Sevilla. @HNS_CFF #IvanRakitic pic.twitter.com/6fAl5qJpPZ. "Saying goodbye to the national team is the most difficult decision of my career, but I felt that it was the moment when I had to break through and make that decision," Rakitic announced in a statement that he has enjoyed every game he played for this country and that the 2018 World Cup will be an unforgettable campaign for him. The … The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Along with Messi and Suarez, he won four La liga titles and one Champions League from 2014-2020. I've always got on incredibly well and have the utmost respect for them. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Lionel Messi was very nearly part of a group of senior players that have left or are on their way out of Barcelona. “My relationship with … Speaking to El Desmarque about his time at Barcelona, Rakitic said: However, Rakitic insisted that the lack of a close-knit bond with the duo didn't necessarily indicate that he was on bad terms with them. Lionel Messi was very nearly part of a group of senior players that have left or are on their way out of Barcelona. Rakitic's new club Sevilla are set to start the 2020-21 season with a UEFA Super Cup game against Bayern Munich and will then play Cadiz in their first domestic fixture. Messi however is staying put despite announcing his desire to leave after he was informed by club president Josep Bartomeu the only way he could go was if he paid the £630million exit clause in his contract. Rakitic will return to the Camp Nou when Sevilla take on Barcelona on October 4. The comments below have not been moderated. Also Read | Barcelona Willing To Pay Off Luis Suarez’s Contract To Speed Up His Exit But Face Issues, (1/2) It is with great emotion that I made the decision to announce my international retirement. My closest friends were Andres Iniesta, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Kevin-Prince Boateng and Junior Firpo last season.". "I respect them both. Ivan Rakitic is one of the big names that left barcelona this summer and the Croatian midfielder has claimed he was never close pals with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. 'I've said my side,' Rakitic told El Desmarque. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Rakitic recently left Barcelona and also played his last game for national side Croatia. Also Read | Lionel Messi Could MISS First El Clasico This Season If He Prioritises Argentina WC Games. I believe that's hard in a group of 23 or 24 players. Ivan Rakitic insists Barcelona remain "the best option for all players" but admits he does not know whether Lionel Messi will leave the club. “During the coronavirus lockdown, we've all been very close together, almost neighbours. “My closest friends were Andres Iniesta, [Marc-Andre] ter Stegen, [Kevin-Prince] Boateng and Junior Firpo last season. Transfer News RECAP: Wolves close in on £35m right back... Luis Suarez 'TERMINATES his contract at Barcelona' as they... Arturo Vidal arrives in Italy as he closes in on move to... A Lionel Messi-spearheaded tactical switch, dominating the touchline and trusting the kids: How Ronald... LIVE: Fulham vs Aston Villa - Scott Parker's start to the season goes from bad to worse as visitors net... Manchester United 'WILL let Daniel James leave for Leeds United... but only if they complete a move for... 'Sam Allardyce was no longer the England football team manager. Lionel Messi also had one step out of the door and went to the extent of publicly claiming that he wanted to leave Barcelona. Rakitic opens up on situation with Messi and Suarez at Barcelona. The striker is now being linked with a move to Atletico Madrid. Suarez is currently working on getting a new club after falling out of favour with Koeman following a phone conversation that lasted for 60 seconds. View our online Press Pack. … The 33-year-old was informed by the Catalans' new boss Ronald Koeman that he is no longer wanted at Camp Nou. But he also made it clear the respect and admiration he had for the both of them and what they achieved together, amid rumours that he never got on with them. Rakitic this week agreed a return to Sevilla from Barca for an initial fee of just €1.5million, signing a four-year deal with Julen Lopetegui’s side. Ivan Rakitic has admitted he was never close friends with Lionel Messi or Luis Suarez during his time at Camp Nou. Speaking on their bond he said: "My relationship with them was never one of close friends. Instead, interested clubs would have to pay out the entire €700 million should they seek to complete the transfer. My relationship with them was never one of close friends. Rakitic who spent six years with La Blaugrana and won four La Liga titles as well as the Champions League claims he only respects Messi and Suarez but was never friends with them. However, the Croat had only praise for the two icons of Barcelona - Messi and Suarez. "I've said my side. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. He was initially meant to join Juventus but the move was botched due to passport delays and that brought Los Rojiblancos into the picture. Become a member of the leading sports Facebook group 'Naija Football Fan Zone', Barcelona have reportedly planning to stop Luis Suarez from joining fellow Spanish League outfit Atletico Madrid. Despite not being the closest in the group, Rakitic mentioned that they still keep in touch. Ivan Rakitic has admitted he was never close friends with Lionel Messi or Luis Suarez during his time at Camp Nou. It was a huge honor to have had the chance to represent my country, Croatia, at the international level and in the most prestigious competitions. With La Liga having already gotten underway, they will be playing catchup when they play their first domestic fixture at Cadiz on September 28. Throughout Rakitic’s time with Barcelona, he played in 310 games and scored 35 goals, along with 42 assists. Speaking to Spanish outlet El Desmarque, he made a huge revelation about his chemistry with Messi and Suarez. Returning to the club where he spent four productive seasons between 2011 and 2014, Rakitic will be fully focused on his club commitments at Sevilla, having also announced his retirement from international football. Earlier this summer, the 32-year-old returned to his former club Sevilla and in recent discussions has admitted he was never close friends with either Messi or Suarez. Ivan Rakitic has admitted he was never close friends with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez during his six years playing alongside them at Barcelona. "I've said my side,” Rakitic told El Desmarque. Speaking on his retirement he said: "Saying goodbye to the national team is the most difficult decision of my career, but I felt that it was the moment when I had to break through and make that decision. “My relationship with them was never one of close friends. 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