Arthur Melo, the central midfielder of Brazil, has always been regarded very highly at Camp Nou. He dons the number 8 shirt of legendary Andres Iniesta. He had enjoyed a wonderful period at Camp Nou, but recently, his form has not satisfactory. There were rumours that he would leave Barcelona and pave the way for Miralem Pjanic of Juventus. But Arthur has made it clear that he would stay in Barcelona.
On his page “aboutrrthur” Arthur responded to a number of questions in a personal test he took:
The most difficult player you’ve come up against?
Messi.
A player that inspires you?
[Andres] Iniesta.
The biggest derby in the world?
I would say those that I’ve played: Gremio-Internacional, Barcelona-Real Madrid and Brazil-Argentina.
Favourite sportsperson outside football?
Roger Federer.
An unforgettable goal from your career?
I’ll never forget my first as a professional. It was for Gremio against Fluminense.
FIFA or PES?
I’m going for CS [Counter-strike].
