Paris Saint-Germain's contract offer for midfielder Adrien Rabiot has been declined by the player.
The 23-year-old's current deal expires at the end of the season and PSG were keen to tie him down to a renewal.
According to L'Equipe, the offer that was put on the table by his club was rejected instantly by Rabiot, who is still being tracked by Barcelona.
There is now a major risk that he could go a year without playing if the club refuses to play him and he doesn't commit his future to the Parc des Princes outfit.
The report in the French newspaper also claims that sporting director Antero Henrique practices 'expeditious methods' in situations like the one with Rabiot and will want a resolution.
Rabiot previously found himself courting controversy just a few short months ago when, in May, he refused to be part of France's reserve list for their World Cup squad, having not made the initial 23.
Đaiveed ♥
47
Barça doesn't need rabiot they recently purchased Vidal why going For another midfielder??? when they have lots already at the club it's best he stays and continue playing for psg because we don't need anymore we need to give room to the other players instead of bringing in more Barça are prepared and ready for next season!!! no need for additions
zizcekmo
39
Barca should promote Riqui Puiqi , Alena and Oriol Busquet Rather than spend money we already have Rakitic Coutinho Busquet Arthur Denis Suarez Vidal Rafinha Samper Sergi Roberto
FreeAgent10
36
I would prefer to spend big bucks on Thaigo instead of Rabiot.