Koke’s agent has admitted his client is “flattered” to be linked with a move to Barcelona, but ruled out a transfer this summer insisting the Spain midfielder is happy at Atletico Madrid.

Reports in Spain claim that Barcelona presidential candidate Josep Mario Bartomeu is looking to lure Koke, 23, who is one of the hottest properties in Europe after another strong campaign with Atletico Madrid, to the Nou Camp this summer.

“We are not surprised but flattered,” Koke’s agent Inaki Espizua said on Spanish radio station Cadena Cope.

“It’s great to hear these kinds of things, especially from a club like Barca, but right now the player’s position is very clear.

“He feels he is a key part of Atletico Madrid’s plans for the future and I therefore have very little else to add.”

Koke, who has four years left on his contract, set up 10 goals in 34 league appearances for Atletico last season.

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