Barcelona: French center-back Samuel Umtiti reassured Barcelona football fans on Monday, June 4 that despite receiving offers from other soccer clubs, he had never considered leaving the club.
The 24-year-old France international spoke to press during a contract renewal ceremony that extended his stay at the Spanish Liga side for another five seasons, said reports.
“I never thought about leaving Barca,” Umtiti told at the press conference held alongside Barcelona’s president Josep Maria Bartomeu.
“There was a lot of talk but my priority since day one was to renew. I am very happy in the city and in the team and I have everyone’s trust. I am not going to leave here: this is my home,” he added.
The Cameroon-born looks set to feature in Barca’s back-line until 2023.
“Without Samu, this team would not be the same,” said Bartolemeu of the deal, adding that the eye-watering buyout clause would act as a deterrent for other clubs.
