Speaking ahead of Sunday’s El Clasico clash, Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has heaped massive praise on Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr.

Xavi also admitted Ronald Araujo will have to be at his best for this tie against the Brazilian.

“Vinicius makes a lot of difference, he is a player that I really like,” Xavi has told the media ahead of Sunday’s El Clasico.

“He [Araujo] will have to keep an eye on him, but the rest of the team will also have to close him down well.”

Vinicius has scored 19 goals and provided 10 assists in 40 appearances for Real Madrid this season.