Last summer Ivan Rakitić had the opportunity to move to both the English Premier League and try his luck in Italy, but decided not to hesitate.
"Mundo Deportivo" reports that the 28-year-old Barcelona midfielder was heavily linked with interest from Manchester United and Chelsea, as well as Italian Serie A champions Juventus.
Although, according to the media, the offers were financially attractive, the Croatian demonstrated loyalty to Barcelona.
In the last La Liga championship, I. Rakitić scored 7 goals in 36 matches.
In the past, he has also played for Sevilla, Schalke, and Basel.
