Dest left out of Barcelona squad for La Liga opener amid exit talk

Barcelona defender Sergino Dest has been left out of the squad for Saturday's La Liga opener with Rayo Vallecano amid the speculation surrounding his future.

The 21-year-old has three years left to run on his contract at Camp Nou, having penned a five-year deal with Barcelona upon his arrival from Ajax in October 2020.

The United States international was a regular for his Catalan side during the 2021-22 campaign despite some injury issues, making 31 appearances in all competitions, contributing three assists in the process.

However, there has been widespread speculation surrounding his future this summer, with Manchester United and Chelsea both said to be keen to sign him in the current market.

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