Barcelona hero Rivaldo is urging Ivan Rakitic to turn down a move to Manchester United.

United rumours have sparked again in the last 24 hours after the midfielder's wobbler during the Copa del Rey final defeat to Valencia.

The Croatia midfielder has also been linked with a move to United, with incoming signing Frenkie De Jong set to take his place in midfield and limit his first-team chances at Barcelona.

However, Rivaldo has urged Rakitic to stay and fight for his place at the Nou Camp.

He said: “There are rumours circulating about Ivan Rakitic possibly going to Manchester United but, while United is a big club with great tradition, I think the Croatian still has enough football to keep playing for Barcelona, as he is a great player."