Atlético Madrid Thwarted in Bid to Sign Ivan Rakitić as Barcelona Refuse to Sell to Rivals

​Barcelona will not consider an offer from title rivals Atlético Madrid for midfielder Ivan Rakitić according to reports in Spain, as they refuse to 'reinforce' one of their principal competitors.  The Croatian has been no stranger to transfer speculation in recent seasons, but finds his future more uncertain than ever after making just one start in all competitions this season.  With La Blaugrana seemingly flying without him in the starting XI, winning eight straight matches in all... Via All the latest breaking football news, transfer rumours, analysis, and match reports - 90min http://www.90min.com/