The Portuguese playmaker, who won two La Liga titles and one Chammpions League during a four-season spell with the Catalan giants under Frank Rijkaard, insists Enrique’s La Liga champions are “much more direct” and “quicker” than Guardiola’s famed side, which delivered two European Cups.

However, the retired 38-year-old feels Pep’s men exerted more control with the ball than Enrique’s current crop.

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