“Xavi always tells me to get in front of the goal, that any rebound or any play can result in a goal with a loose ball and that I can help the team and push us forward,” Pedri has said.

“And I have to pay attention to him because he’s absolutely right; a goal in a play like this helps the team a lot.”

Barcelona’s midfielders have indeed been pushing forward more actively under Xavi.

It’s been reported that the new coach has challenged Pedri to score five goals before the end of the season. So far, the 19-year-old has recorded three goals and one assist in 18 appearances for Barca.