Barcelona have no plans to cut loose Franck Kessie in January.

A free transfer from AC Milan in the summer, the Ivorian has struggled for minutes so far this season.

Kessie has been considering his options and been linked with a move to England.

But Sport says Barca management have no plans of losing the midfielder, despite his frustration.

Kessie has been told he's a required player for the remainder of the season.