Ousmane Dembele has assured Barcelona coach Xavi he is staying.

The France winger's contract carries a €50m buyout clause, which runs to mid-July.

However, Sport says Dembele has spoken to Xavi to assure him he plans remain a Barca player next season.

Barca management, meanwhile, have plans to offer Dembele a new deal.

Barca will table a contract to 2027 and on improved terms to convince the Frenchman to put pen to paper.