Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga believes Eden Hazard is close to the level of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Spaniard said: “I could not say, but he is close.
"I put him among the five best in the world.
"He is a great player, and above all a great person. He is a guy that always boosts the dressing room.
"He's fun, quiet, and at 28 he's in a great personal and sporting situation, and it shows in the way he is playing."
Barcelona transfer news LIVE: Eden Hazard has been compared to Lionel Messi (Image: GETTY)
Matthijs de Ligt to make transfer decision
Manchester United transfer target Matthijs de Ligt will choose between five offers on the table and will make his decision this week, per reports in Spain.
After guiding his side to a Champions League semi-final and a first Eredivisie title in five years, De Ligt has reportedly been the subject of multiple big-money transfer offers already this summer.
Manchester United and Barcelona were believed to be the two frontrunners for the 19-year-old’s signature, but according to AS Sport, they will face stiff competition.
The publication claims that oil-rich Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool and Juventus are all keen on securing the teenager’s services.
It was originally believed that United had edged in front of Barca with regards to financial offers, because they were willing to offer the player €5million (£4.43m) per year more than the Catalan club in wages.
But now, they could be forced into another bidding war with the French and Italian champions, both of whom are likely to be able to match their financial capabilities.
Barcelona transfer news LIVE: Matthijs de Ligt is wanted by Barcelona and Man Utd (Image: GETTY)
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Lionel Messi wants Neymar, not Antoine Griezmann
Neymar is wanted back at Barcelona by Lionel Messi, who would reportedly prefer a deal for the Brazil international over one for Antoine Griezmann this summer.
Neymar’s time at PSG could be drawing to a close with talk rife that he wants to make a stunning return to Barcelona this summer.
Two years ago, the Brazil international caused outrage at the Nou Camp by choosing to turn his back on the Catalan giants.
Neymar opted to leave Barcelona after growing tired of always being overshadowed by Messi, despite the duo being close.
Fast-forward to now and the La Liga giants are likely to splash out on at least one big name this summer.
Barcelona are understood to have an interest in Atletico Madrid hitman Antoine Griezmann.
However, the Evening Standard say that Messi would prefer for Neymar to make the move instead.
Barcelona transfer news LIVE: Lionel Messi wants Neymar to join the club (Image: GETTY)
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Barcelona transfer news LIVE: Philippe Coutinho is set to snub Manchester United (Image: GETTY)
Philippe Coutinho not interested in Man Utd
Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho will snub Manchester United, according to reports.
The Brazilian could leave the Nou Camp this summer with several high-profile clubs interested in his signing.
But Coutinho will not move to United because of his history with Liverpool and the fact they did not qualify for the Champions League.
That’s according to Sport who claim the midfielder is more likely to move to Paris Saint-Germain this summer.