Reporter: Pique opposed Barca's introduction of De Ligt, causing controversy

According to Spanish journalist Victor Lozano, Pique opposed Barca's introduction of De Ligt.

According to previous sources, Barca and Chelsea as well as Bayern are all watching Juventus centre-back De Ligt, the Dutch international's agent Rayola has previously said that the player may "take a new step" this summer, suggesting a transfer.

Barca had intended to pack his good friend De Ligt as early as the introduction of De Jong, but the latter chose to join Juventus at that time, and now Barca are once again interested in the player, but it is understood that Barca captain Pique is opposed to the club's introduction of this player.

The report sparked some controversy as Pique had previously said he was willing to be the first to leave if the club needed a blood swap.