The Mail reports that Croatia international Rakitic "is not pleased at the prospect of playing second fiddle to Coutinho and is considering his options."

With Barca reportedly poised to renew efforts to bring in Coutinho after failing to do so in the summer, the Mail says Rakitic "could be used as part of a potential swap deal."

The 29-year-old has also been linked with Manchester United, and speculation last month suggested he could trade places with Anthony Martial.