Ivan Rakitic leaves Barcelona to re-sign for Sevilla deal

After six years at Barcelona, Ivan Rakitic has rejoined Sevilla, as the Catalonian side confirmed his departure on its official social media profiles.

"Barcelona FC and Sevilla FC have reached an agreement for the transfer of Ivan Rakitic. The Andalusian team will pay FC Barcelona 1.5 million euros plus 9m in variables," Barcelona wrote on in a club statement.

Rakitic enjoyed a successful stint with the Spanish giants, having lifted the La Liga title four times. He also won the Champions League title in the 2014/15 season and tasted the Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup glory with Barcelona.
Overall, Rakitic won 13 trophies during his time at the club.

Rakitic had joined Barcelona from Sevilla in 2014, after a three-year stint with the Spanish side.
The Croatian midfielder made 310 appearances for Barcelona, including 200 in the La Liga.