Barcelona great Rivaldo says Arthur Melo should stay where he is.

The Barca midfielder is being linked with Juventus.

"Rumours are circulating that Barcelona might be interested in signing Miralem Pjanic from Juventus, and despite being a good player, I believe the club should focus more on the present and on what is still to play for in LaLiga this season," Rivaldo wrote for Betfair.

"There will be time to think about transfers, especially because some must leave before others come in, and the club need to ensure they don't create a squad that's too big and would leave some players without the chance to play.

"Juventus seem interested in a potential exchange of Pjanic for Arthur Melo and of course I think the Brazilian would be a great signing for the Italians as he is a world-class player.

"Anyway, I still think Arthur should remain at Barcelona as he is young and arrived recently at the club.

"Soon he will confirm his place in the first team and start to fulfil his potential."