Laporta on Haaland's meeting with Xavi & his relationship with Raiola
The Barça president was speaking ahead of Sunday's game at Elche in LaLiga
Barcelona president Joan Laporta denied on Saturday that the club have started negotiations to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland.
Speaking at a dinner for supporters' clubs, he said: "I deny that there's been any type of negotiation for Haaland."
On the reports of a meeting between Jordi Cruyff and Xavi Hernandez with Haaland in Munich this week, Laporta added "that is none of my business. It's a conversation between sportsmen without any type of negotiation."
The Barça chief was also asked about his relationship with Haaland's agent, Mino Raiola.
"I have a good relationship with Raiola, but if I want a player, I have to speak with their club," Laporta said.
Haaland, who is currently injured, has a €75 million release clause this summer and, in addition to Barça, is wanted by Real Madrid, Manchester City and Bayern Munich.
