Lionel Messi wants £24m Man United target out of Barcelona this week

Turkey international midfielder Arda Turan is nearing an exit from Barcelona this week.

The 30-year-old is yet to play a single minute of first-team football for Barcelona since the appointment of Ernesto Valverde.

According to the Spanish outlet Don Balon, Messi has told Barcelona to ditch four players before the transfer window slams shut. The window in Spain closes on Friday, September 1.

Per the source, Messi has instructed the board to sell Arda Turan, Andre Gomes, Thomas Vermaelen and Paco Alcacer.

Turan joined Barcelona for £24 million two seasons ago but has failed to make a lasting impact. The Turkey international has remained a bit-part player since making the move to the Catalan giants.

According to AS, Man United manager Jose Mourinho is interested in signing Turan. The report states that the Portuguese tactician has held talks with the 30-year-old.

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Meanwhile, the Sun has linked Premier League duo Liverpool and Arsenal with a move for Turan.

Turan provided seven assists and scored 13 goals in 30 appearances for Barcelona last season. The Turkey international hasn’t featured for Barca this season.