The Italian's agent likened his situation to that of a prisoner as PSG rebuffed Barcelona's advances.
PSG midfielder Marco Verratti (Photo: Facebook)
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti has apologised to the club and their fans after his agent had likened the Italian’s situation to that of a prisoner in the wake of rumours that Barcelona wanted the midfielder but the French side were forcing him to stay put in Paris.
"We have had some difficult days. I also saw another statement from my agent this morning. I wanted to say to everyone that it's not my way of thinking, not my words. He works for me, and I want to apologise to the club, the fans, the people who work here,” Verrati apologised via the club’s Twitter account.
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Verratti, who signed for PSG from Italian side Pescara in 2012, added, “We have started pre-season training, and I'm very happy to start another one and get back to the club, my team mates, my coach and everyone. I know the club has great faith in me. Once again, I would like to apologise”.
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In his five seasons with Les Parisiens, Verratti has transformed from a talented prospect to a world-class star and Catalan giants have said to be circling for a while now, as they look to replace their ageing midfield with some fresh blood.
“If I have become a good player, it's thanks to Paris Saint-Germain, who believed in me at the start. That's why I'm apologising.
“He [his agent] was mistaken with his statement. As I said, it's not my way of thinking. I hope something like this won't happen again. We want everyone to be calm. Here, I have always been at 100 per cent. I will continue to give my best for the club,” Verratti stressed," Veratti said.
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