Barcelona coach Xavi is keen on Tottenham midfielder Giovani Lo Celso.

The Argentina international has just completed a season-long loan with Villarreal and is available from Spurs.

AS says Barca are keen, where Xavi has been recommended the midfielder by his Argentina captain Lionel Messi.

Xavi is a fan of Lo Celso's versatility and believes he would fit comfortably in his system.

And this opinion has been affirmed after his chat with Messi.