Barcelona boss tells agent Jorge Mendes to get rid of £29m Man United target Arda Turan in January

Barcelona star midfielder Arda Turan’s future at the La Liga giants appears to be uncertain.

The 30-year-old was linked with a move away from the club over the summer but was unable to agree a move away.

According to the Spanish outlet Don Balon, Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde is desperate to offload Turan in January. The Turkey international doesn’t appear to play a part in Valverde’s plans.

However Turan has over two years remaining on his contract with Barca and he is in no rush to leave.

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Per the source, Barcelona have told football agent Jorge Mendes to get Turan off their books. The Portuguese agent played a role in bringing the former Galatasaray man to the club.

Manchester United have been linked with a move for the experienced midfielder. Spanish outlet AS claims that United boss Jose Mourinho met with the player on several occasions.

Turan – who joined the Barca for £29 million back in 2015 – scored five goals in 36 La Liga appearances for Barcelona last season. The 30-year-old is yet to feature this season.