Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes isn't surprised by Giovani dos Santos' stunning preseason form while on tour of Asia.

The Mexican has emerged as the most talked about player during Barca's Far East sojourn and Valdes says: "It's very deserved. His explosion has been wonderful and it has not been a surprise for me.

"Giovani is already one of best at 'one against ones' in the world."

On Thierry Henry, the keeper added: "He has adapted very quickly to the team, where his quality and experience will be very good for us."