Xavi, Barcelona coach, expressed his satisfaction with the level of Bosnian Miralem Pjanic, indicating his continuation in the ranks of the Catalan giants, despite the many doubts about his future.

Xavi spoke in statements reported by the newspaper "Marca" about the newcomer Rafinha, saying: "He is different from any Brazilian player I played with, he has a personality of his own, he may look like Neymar, but he has shots similar to Rivaldo, he has the quality to make the difference, and he has Lots of ingredients."

Barcelona coach praised the Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, saying: "He is an exceptional scorer and player who is able to make a difference inside the penalty area. He offers us everything in the offensive line. I think we have taken a step forward by forming this team, as he came to us with great desire, hunger and humility to work."

And he touched on talking about Nico, saying: “He came to talk to me 3 weeks ago and I told him that I wanted him to continue and that I admired him, but he insisted on his desire to leave, and told me that he had found a team he believed he would participate with, it was a good loan, he is brave and I wish him the best, he will be This is important for the future of Barcelona, and given Miralem Pjanic, I am convinced of him, and he will continue with us.”

Xavi commented on the impact of the World Cup on the season: "We planned a break in the middle of the season. There will be a preparation period for those who will not participate in the World Cup. We will attend very well and during the international break we will not stop."

He concluded, "I think it is important to have a large list of players, as injuries and penalties will come, and therefore it is important to have a large list."