2 Barca icons who 'convinced' Kessie to join Blaugrana

Xavi was key in Barcelona's negotiations to sign Franck Kessie, reports Fabrizio Romano.

Yaya Toure also talked to his compatriot to convince him to sign for Barca, as per Gerard Romero.

This resulted in Kessie rejecting the bids from Premier League clubs who offered him a higher salary.

The midfielder is yet to sign his Barca contract but there is a 'total agreement' with Blaugrana.

The 25-year-old could play as a defensive midfielder, a central midfielder or an attacking midfielder.

Kessie has scored 6 goals and recorded one assist for Milan this season.