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I could never play for Barca - Llorente eyeing Real Madrid future

Real Madrid youngster Marcos Llorente insists he could never bring himself to play for Barcelona.

The 22-year-old midfielder has earned rave reviews on loan with Alaves this season, reportedly attracting mega-money interest from Paris Saint-Germain.

Barcelona could undergo a squad overhaul when Luis Enrique departs at the end of the campaign, but Llorente insists he only has eyes for carving out a career at one of Spain's heavyweight clubs.

"I would never sign for Barca. Atletico [Madrid] are a great team, they have a spectacular squad, but right now I do not think that is a possibility," he told Sportium.

"At Alaves I am demonstrating that I am prepared to compete at the highest level. I want to succeed at Real Madrid, but I would not like to be on the bench – even if it is at the best club in the world."

Mauricio Pellegrino's side can be buoyed by a 2-1 win at Camp Nou back in September and Llorente added: "We have already beaten them this season at their ground.

"Barca is one of the best teams in the world, but everything is possible in football. I hope to take the title and celebrate with our fans."