The Spain international’s impending departure has increased speculation Nolito could take his place at Barca and the forward has admitted he is keen on a move even if there is no guarantee he will get regular first-team action.
"Celta are in charge," he told Radio Marca. "There’s a release clause and if Barca really want me, they will have to speak to my club.
"Playing there [regularly at Barca] would be difficult, but even if you play less, playing for Barcelona gives you lots of things.
"Celta is my home, but if I go to Barca, it’ll be because I think it’s best.
"If it were about money, I wouldn’t be here anymore. I’ve had offers to earn more, but Barca are the champions of La Liga and the Champions League."
With Barca currently unable to register players due to a transfer embargo, Nolito would have to join Aleix Vidal and Arda Turan on the sidelines until January if the move happens.