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Ivan Rakitic 'Sad' at Barcelona Amid Transfer Rumours: 'They Took My Ball'

Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic has said he feels "sad" at his current situation with the club, amid continued speculation he is set to leave the Camp Nou.

The Croatia international arrived at the Blaugrana in the summer of 2014 and has been a big hit for the team, helping them win the UEFA Champions League, four La Liga titles and the Copa del Rey on four occasions, too.

However, this season he has fallen out of favour under manager Ernesto Valverde and has made just one start in the 2019-20 season. The 31-year-old said it's difficult to not be playing regular football and that he feels as though he can still offer a lot, per Universo Valdano (h/t Omnisport via Yahoo):

"How can I enjoy it?