What club wouldn't want a player of his class

So do I. He'd be a great addition if you were to snap him up.

indeed but thiago and strootman seem to have been the consistent and believable ones

Not seen much of him play, nor Strootman.

Link?

Honestly can't see Barcelona getting rid of him. Hat trick in one half of the final! Can see him being a Iniesta replacement with Cesc a Xavi one.

I'd imagine given the choice he'd want to play for Barca, can only see him leaving for more game time. And with performances like today's that isn't going to be an issue.

Yeah. He ain't coming.

17 August: Swansea (away)

24 August: Chelsea (home)

31 August: Liverpool (away)

14 September: Crystal Palace (home)

21 September: Manchester City (away)

Seems our first 5 games will be a good indicator of what the season will bring!!