The Barca legend insists the Premier League's standout star has the ability to play for the Spanish champions

Xavi believes Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez has the ability to play for Barcelona The Algeria international has been one of the Premier League’s standout stars this season with 16 goals and 11 assists in 30 appearances, while Leicester City remain on course to win the title.The 25-year-old has been linked with a move to the Spanish champions, and Xavi, who made over 750 appearances for Barca, believes he would be a good acquisition.“He is a very good player,” Xavi told Al Araby Al Jadeed.“He suddenly came to my attention this season, I didn't know about him before, but this season he has blown up. He has made a name for himself among the top names in the English league and played exceptionally well. Thanks to what he has done for his club, he can now play for any big club in Europe.”Asked if he could make the grade at Barca, Xavi replied: “Yeah, why not? He could play for Barcelona in the future. He is talented, but that is not in my hands these days!”