Ivan Rakitic rejected interest from Premier League clubs including Manchester United and Chelsea to remain at Barcelona, according to reports in Spain.
The midfielder, who is contracted to the Spanish champions until 2018, is understood to have been wanted by Juventus.
Barcelona-based newspaper Mundo Deportivo reported on Thursday that all three clubs wanted to sign the player but he decided to stay at the Nou Camp.
Barcelona are also understood to be ready to offer the Croatian playmaker a new contract following a strong start to the new Spanish season.