"Xavi is showing that he knows about football like few do"

Barcelona's future lies at the feet of Pedri. The Spaniard is one of the key players in the Barca midfield, where other stars have shone. 

In an interview with 'GQ', the Barca footballer spoke about what Xavi Hernandez's arrival has meant at the Barcelona bench. 

"As a Barcelona fan, it's an honour; as a footballer and a midfielder, a privilege. I didn't know Xavi personally and although I didn't have any hesitation, the day to day is showing that he knows about football like few," he admitted.

Pedri is clear that everyone "is going to learn and improve at his side, both personally and as a group. With him, and with the team that is being made, we're going to be very happy," the coach added. 

Another of the topics discussed was the departure of Messi: "I'll always Leo for helping me so much on the pitch and personally. Playing with him was very easy, that's why he is the best in the world."

"Logically we have struggled to get used to not having him at our side. But, to be honest, now I think we have a great team, with lots of young people. We all have the opportunity to have