Mauricio Pochettino believes Quique Setien will prove a good fit for Barcelona.

Former Tottenham boss Pochettino was linked with the job before Setien's appointment was confirmed on Monday.

The Argentine said of the former Real Betis coach: "Barça is one of the best clubs in the world and everyone is now waiting for Sétien to apply the Barcelona philosophy.

“It is a great challenge for Sétien.

"He has always shown great admiration for (Johan) Cruyff and now he can live his dream."