Lionel Messi already told Arsenal why to complete £63m midfielder transfer

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo. According to Italian outlet Calciomercato the Gunners are interested in the Brazil international, who is no longer wanted by the Turin-based club. Should Arsenal were to make a move they would be getting a player reminiscent of Spanish icon Xavi, according to Lionel Messi. The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner hailed Arthur's talent, admitting he was surprised how good the diminutive playmaker was, while speaking to Tot Costa.

“Those who came are very good", Messi said. "Arthur I didn’t know that much about but he seems similar to Xavi. He’s very safe and trustworthy. He has the La Masia style.   “Playing short passes, without losing the ball, and he grasped it quickly, the dynamic of the team.”

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