The Brazil international's appearances for Liverpool in the Champions League mean he cannot play again in Europe's elite competition this season. However, his arrival will allow Valverde to rest his other top attacking players in league games to keep them sharper for the big European ties. The Spain international, however, said last month he would welcome the Brazilian to the Nou Camp with open arms. "He's a player that has a similar profile to Barca and would be a great signing if he comes here in the end. I don't view him as competition for my place, I see him as a leap forward for the club."

Source: dna January 07, 2018 05:46 UTC