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Riqui Puig is not in Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman's plans. Koeman has left the midfielder out of the squad for Saturday's friendly against Elche.
Puig's absence immediately caught the attention and led to many doubts about his future once it was revealed it wasn't fitness related.
RAC1 have since reported that Puig has been told by Koeman that he's not part of his plans for the upcoming season and that he can look for an exit.
Puig, who until now has rejected moving on loan, may have to rethink his situation if Koeman doesn't change his mind,
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The Dutch coach's switch to a 4231 formation has further reduced Puig's chances of minutes, with De Jong, Pjanic, Busquets and Aleña competing for the two midfield roles.