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Barcelona chief Begiristain plays down Ribery, Benzema rumours

Barcelona sports chief Txiki Begiristain insists there's no agreement with Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery.

Begiristain denied reports they have already settled personal terms with the French star.

"There is nothing with Ribery. We have a great relationship with Bayern Munich and Bayern know that if a player of their team interests us, they will be the first to know. In Milan the same thing happens," said Begiristain.

"Ribery is a very good player, but there are others who can be adapted to the style of Barca."

Asked also about Lyon striker Karim Benzema, Ribery added: "Is Benzema a Barca star of the future? We already have this star. In Europe there is no one who has the numbers of Samuel Eto'o."

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