Arshavin still dreams of Barcelona

(GSM) – Arsenal forward Andrey Arshavin has reiterated his wish to play for Barcelona one day.

“Even playing just one season for Barcelona would make a pinnacle of my whole career,” the Russia international told Sport-Express.

“Barca are the best team in the world and I enjoy their style of play so much,” he continued.

“But after watching them against Arsenal (in the Champions League quarter-finals) the enjoyment has quickly turned into sorrow. They are so much better than anybody else at the moment.”

The 28-year-old attacker also spoke of Internazionale’s 3-1 first leg Champions League semi final win over Barcelona: “It’s all (Jose) Mourinho’s magic. He is a genius.

“I think there are three coaches who are the best in the world — (England manager) Fabio Capello, Jose Mourinho and (former Russia manager) Guus Hiddink.

“If I would pick a coach for the Russian national team, I’d want one of them to be our boss. (Arsenal manager) Arsene Wenger is also a good coach but not for Russia.”