Barcelona defender wants to leave the club following whistles – report

As per reports coming in from RAC1 journalist Gerard Romero, relayed via Miguel Blazquez, Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti is considering a move away from the club and a departure is getting closer than ever before.

It is believed that the Frenchman has had a torrid time emotionally, after he was whistled during the Joan Gamper trophy match against Juventus. He came on as a substitute to replace Ronald Araujo in the Catalans’ 3-0 win, but was greeted with boos and whistles.

The exact reasons are unknown, however, many postulate that his hefty wage and unwillingness to leave Barcelona or accept a salary reduction has been one of the key factors in Messi’s departure from the club. Additionally, his injury-prone nature and subsequent could also be among the influencing causes behind the jeers.

After the Gamper win, Umtiti walked straight off the pitch into the locker room without joining the rest of the team in their trophy lifting and celebrations. He even took to social media to voice his disappointment by sharing a post with a message saying it is better to be silent.

It was also previously reported that Barcelona have taken a firm decision on the defender, and will not let him play a single game during the season if he does not leave. If true, it could also be one of the reasons behind the World Cup winner’s decision to depart.

Previously, Umtiti was adamant on staying at Barcelona, but now it seems as though his time at the club is swiftly coming to an end.