Rafinha Alcantara: Arthur reminds me of Xavi Hernandez

Rafinha Alcantara: Arthur reminds me of Xavi Hernandez

Rafinha quiere ganarse un hueco en el Barça
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Barca's new Brazilian playmaker pulled the strings in midfield

It is not just Barcelona fans getting excited about new signing Arthur after his impressive debut against Tottenham in a pre-season friendly. His team-mate Rafinha Alcantara is excited too.

"He reminds me... I don't like to make comparisons, but he has the touch of Xavi, the way that he touches the ball. He's a great, great signing for Barcelona," said Rafinha after Barca's win on penalties.

Asked about Malcom, Rafinha said: "He's a great player, he unbalances defenders, he's great one on one, I expect a lot from him."

On his own future, Rafinha added: "Only God knows."