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Barcelona involved in secret transfer talks with Real Madrid star: Lionel Messi wants this
BARCELONA have held talks with Real Madrid star Isco, according to reports in Spain.
Isco could ditch Real Madrid for Barcelona
Isco looks set to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season.
The Spain international has endured a difficult campaign at the Santiago Bernabeu, making just 13 La Liga appearances.
Manchester City have been backed to make a move for him at the end of the season with his contract expiring in 2018.
Barcelona have also emerged as a potential destination if the player winds down his current deal and leaves for free next summer.
Isco has spent the majority of the season on the bench at Real Madrid
Messi has given Barcelona his blessing to make a big signing if necessary and Isco fits the bill.
The report says the Madrid outcast has already been offered a deal by Barcelona should he bide his time and wait for a move.
They have offered him a five-year contract worth £17million a year to convince him to move to the Nou Camp.