Pedri looking to emulate Iniesta at the U17 World Cup U17s World Cup Joining Barcelona in July

Pedri is looking to emulate Andres Iniesta by guiding Spain to a World Cup win.

The attacking midfielder is part of the Spain squad that has travelled to Brazil to participate in the Under-17 World Cup.

Barcelona were quickest to secure Pedri's signature during the summer transfer window and the 16-year-old will move to the Camp Nou from Las Palmas in July.

Spain will face Argentina, Cameroon and Tajikistan in their group, with their opener coming against the Albiceleste on Monday.

"Spain's reputation makes our opponents respect us," Pedri told MARCA.

"That goal from my idol Iniesta [in the 2010 World Cup final] is a source of pride for everyone.

"Our objective is to win the World Cup. We have to play well and be calm, but we're not scared of anyone.

"The group is very difficult, but we're the best."

Pedri has scored three and assisted three in ten matches for Las Palmas in LaLiga Smartbank this season.

"I'm in very good form, I want to contribute goals, passes, hard work and sacrifice," he said.

"The boss has asked us to be solid, tough [to break down] and direct. I hope that things go well for me, but the team is the most important thing.

"We have to be hungry to fight for Spain and win the World Cup."