The Gunners host the first leg of their Round of 16 clash with The Blaugrana in just over a month's time; having crashed out of Europe at the same stage for the last five seasons, it isn't perhaps the ideal time for them to meet their Catalan foes. Barca have only lost once in seven games with Arsenal over the last two decades.
Still, there's still a healthy respect for Arsene Wenger's men in Catalonia - as Sergio Busquets has just shown.
Speaking to Catalan daily SPORT, Barca's veteran defensive midfielder has revealed the three players he most admired as a youngster. It's no surprise to see Xavi Hernandez and Yaya Toure included - as Busquets' former teammates, it's only natural that he holds them in high regard.
However, Sergio has also named an Arsenal legend as one of his youth idols. Which Gunner made the greatest impression on Busquets, then?
Now we think about it, there are plenty of comparisons to be drawn between Sergio and a young Patrick. Both have great stamina, both are tough-tacklers and both can transition from defence to attack with incredible speed - all vital traits when playing for either club.
Considering that Vieira is the only non-Barca player named by Busquets, we think this does especial credit to the Frenchman.
The Mirror
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