Arthur inspired by Barcelona greats Iniesta, Xavi

Barcelona newcomer Arthur hopes to emulate the success of "role models" Xavi and Andres Iniesta after completing a €40million move from Gremio.

The LaLiga champions fast-tracked their signing of the 21-year-old as a replacement for the outgoing Paulinho, who has returned to Guangzhou Evergrande.

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