'Various clubs are interested but I'm happy at Barcelona'

"My future is a topic that I don't want to talk about too much. Nothing has started yet (talks over a new deal). Barca are interested in doing so. But nothing has started. United? Various teams are interested," he explained.

Appearing on 'Canal Foot Club', it was on natural that Umtiti was quizzed over his future plans but he refused to be drawn into giving too much away, saying that his priority is remaining in Catalonia.

"Various clubs hold an interest. But I'll say it again: I have so many objectives to achieve with Barca that, at the moment, it isn't an issue. In this world things can change very quickly, but what I can say is that I'm very happy here," he insisted.

 

April 1, 2018

The defender has a €60m release clause in his current contract and Manchester United are thought to be closely monitoring the France international, as well as Manchester City.

"A release clause doesn't mean much, everyone knows that. It worries me, but it doesn't interest me. I'm only interested in what happens on the pitch and enjoying my football. Barca were the club of my dreams and I realised that dream at the age of 22. It was incredible and now I'm happy every day, whether it be in training or during games," he continued.

"Xavi thinks I'm the best centre-back in the world? I heard that, I'm very grateful, he's very intelligent football. He knows about football," Umtiti ended.

 

April 1, 2018