Athletic Bilbao president Josu Urrutia has reaffirmed that there's been no approach from Barcelona for Ernesto Valverde.

Valverde is among the favourites to succeed departing coach Luis Enrique at Barca this summer.

But Urrutia says: "Valverde has already said so far, there is no news about his future.

"There is no news. We show consistency and in matters of the bench we will continue to do so."

Asked about Barca, the president was adamant.

"If we stick to what the media says then yes (they have called). But no, if we stick to the truth, Barca, no ... no one has called me or think I have to call."