Barcelona have turned down an approach from Atletico Madrid for attacker Cristian Tello, reports have suggested.
Catalan newspaper Sport have revealed that the capital club enquired about making a move for the 21-year-old, but Tito Vilanova’s men refused their offer.
The Rojiblancos are said to have proposed both a loan move and made a bid for a permanent deal, however, the Blaugrana see the Spain U-21 international as a key player for next season.
Tello was impressive when called upon last term, scoring seven goals in 22 appearances.