Writing in his Betfair column, he explained that while Arthur’s future won’t decide the status of a transfer for Neymar, it would certainly help to have him around because he could help persuade Neymar to join.
“There are lots of rumours about potential Barcelona transfers this summer and some press recently mentioned that Arthur could leave.
“I believe this is just talk and expect Arthur to stay at the club for many years.
“He hasn’t completed two complete seasons there yet. He arrived as the potential successor to Xavi because of his similar style of play, so it makes no sense to sell him when he is just 23 and has his career ahead of him.
