The 22-year-old, who joined the Spanish giants from Manchester United in 2008, has become a key figure with the Catalans who claimed six successive titles in 2009.

It was reported that Barcelona's sporting director Txiki Begiristain and Pique's agent Arturo Canales are currently in talks over the player's new deal.

"Pique will be next to renew his contract because he deserves it. Today, Gerard is one of the best central defenders in the world," Barca chairman Joan Laporta is quoted as saying.

Barcelona won the UEFA Champions League, Primera Liga, Copa del Rey, Spanish Super Cup, European Super Cup and Club World Cup this year.