Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken with Ivan Rakitic about a potential transfer from Barcelona this summer. The Croatia midfielder is on his way out of the Nou Camp with his future up in the air.Rakitic, 32, joined Barcelona from Sevilla way back in 2014 and has been a key figure in the team ever since.But his time spent in the first XI diminished this season and the La Liga giants are ready to let him go.Arsenal are looking for bargain deals in the market with their transfer budget heavily restricted.And Arteta is interested in bringing the 2018 World Cup finalist to north London from Spain.
According to French outlet Le10 Sport , the two have spoken on the phone regarding a move. Rakitic was told by Arteta about his desire to make.
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