Roma have pulled out of the race to sign Crystal Palace and Southampton target Munir El Haddadi, according to reports.

Munir, who was once dubbed "the next Messi,” is surplus to requirements at the Nou Camp.

The 21-year-old forward has just two years left on his Barcelona deal, and Premier League and European clubs are queuing up for his signature.

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But Spanish publication Sport says Roma are no longer chasing Munir.

It leaves the door open for Palace, Southampton and Zenit Saint Petersburg to sign the £10m-rated youngster.

The Saints are light on wingers following Jay Rodriguez’s move to West Brom, while the Eagles want competition for Wilfried Zaha and Andros Townsend.