Iniesta Praises Young Barca Star Pedri

A Unique Talent

The midfielder from Barcelona has been frequently compared to legendary player Iniesta. However, the ex-captain of both Barcelona and the Spanish national team shared his thoughts with AS, stating, “Pedri is simply Pedri. He is not a blend of anyone else’s style.”

Individual Strengths

“And he possesses his own unique abilities and attributes that will allow him to continue his growth and development as a player,” Iniesta added. “Despite being young, he plays a crucial role for both Barcelona and the national team.”

Natural Skill

“What stands out about him is that when you watch him play, you can’t help but be impressed by the way he performs, so effortlessly and naturally. It’s a pleasure to have him representing Barcelona for the supporters and the national team for all Spaniards,” he remarked.

Loyalty to His Teams

Iniesta further expressed his dedication, saying, “I have a strong loyalty to my teams. I would willingly pay to play for Barça and the national side. I have great admiration for Pedri, Fermín Lopez, Dani Olmo, Mikel Merino, and Fabián Ruiz — I appreciate all of them. There is an abundance of top-quality players out there, which is fantastic for a midfielder.”