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Matheus released by Barcelona after 17 minutes of game time and with four years left on contract

Matheus Fernandes has been released by Barcelona after taking in just 17 minutes of game time for the Liga giants.

The Brazilian midfielder saw a move to Camp Nou put in place back in January 2020, with that switch completed once a loan spell at Real Valladolid had come to a close.

He arrived in Catalunya with high hopes, and with a contract signed through to 2025, but figured off the bench in just one Champions League fixture and has now seen his deal ripped up.

What has been said?

Confirming a parting of ways on the club's official website, the Blaugrana said: "FC Barcelona has informed Brazilian player Matheus Fernandes that the club no longer requires his services and is terminating the contract he had until June 2025.