Barcelona midfielder Arthur has been paid the ultimate compliment by club legend Xavi, who has admitted he sees similarities between their respective two playing styles.
A summer signing from Gremio, Arthur has hit the ground running at the Nou Camp, quickly establishing himself as a key component in Ernesto Valverde's side.
Such has been his impact, the Brazilian has even drawn comparisons with Barcelona icon Xavi in light of his technical ability and eye for a pass.
And asked about the similarities between the pair, the veteran midfielder admitted that he sees something of himself in the 22-year-old.
'I see myself when I see Arthur on television,' Xavi told Catalunya Radio.
'He is a very quick thinker. He has a natural talent, but most of all, he has a lot of room to improve through training.
'Arthur is already a mature player and I see that he has massive untapped potential.
'The priority during any match is to never lose the ball and he comes out of a tricky situation with ease. He has a strong personality already.'
Arthur has made 10 appearances for his new club so far this season, and played a crucial role in the recent 5-1 demolition of Real Madrid in El Clasico.
His bright start to the season also saw him earn a call-up for Brazil's squad for the games against Saudi Arabia and Argentina.
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