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Thiago Alcantara coy on Barcelona future

By Liam Power, Reporter | 28 May 2013

Unsettled Barcelona youngster Thiago Alcantara insists that any decision over his future must wait until after his involvement in this summer's European Championships with Spain.

Barcelona youngster Thiago Alcantara has refused to be drawn on his future at the Camp Nou and admitted that he remains undecided over his next move.

The 22-year-old playmaker has been linked with a host of clubs in recent months after finding first-team opportunities limited at Barca, with Manchester United rumoured to be lining up a £15m summer bid.

After joining up with the Spain Under-21 squad for this summer's European Championships in Israel, the midfielder has insisted that any decision over his future must wait until the tournament concludes.

He told reporters: "As I live my life, I am very happy. I really enjoy being at Barcelona because my experiences have been very good.

"My future? We'll see how things are after the European Championships. David de Gea wants me at United? Each player wants what is best for their team.

"Like I say that hopefully he will come to Barca, he says the same about me. I think it is not something to take too seriously."

Barca boss Tito Vilanova has consistently used Alcantara as an impact substitute this season, with the starlet making 30 appearances for the Catalan giants in all competitions.