The key date for Verratti signing

Bearing in mind that PSG refuse to enter negotiation talks over Verratti, Barcelona's only hope is to wait and hope for the midfielder to put pressure on the Parisian side.

Marco Verratti's intention is to pack his bags and join the Catalans, but PSG are in no disposition to help him fulfill that dream. The Italian expressed his desire to the club's directives, but he now has the 4th of July on his mind to continue applying pressure.

That is the chosen date for Emery's side to return to training after the holidays. Verratti could be considering the option of not showing up to the pre-season in order to get what he wants from PSG.

In the event of Verratti's return to training on the 4th of July, Barcelona believe the signing would be quite complicated.