Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey could 'walk' into Barcelona's side, according to former Wales striker Ian Rush.

The Gunners were knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona in February, courtesy of a 5-1 aggregate scoreline, as Arsene Wenger's side were outclassed by their Spanish counterparts.

Luis Enrique boasts one of the most potent attacks in world football while Sergio Busquets and Ivan Rakitic are often deployed in Ramsey's preferred central midfield role.

Despite such an array of talent on show within the squad at the Camp Nou, Rush believes his countryman is good enough to feature for Barca.

When asked if Ramsey could 'walk' into the Catalan club's side Rush told Wales Online: "Yeah, I think the way Barcelona play suits him.

"Aaron likes to get forward and score goals, and his sense of duty in midfield would be less there than it is at Arsenal.

"He would be a great pick if he went somewhere like that," insisted the ex-striker.

Ramsey is a key member of Chris Coleman's Wales side but missed last night's defeat to Ukraine due to a thigh injury.

The 25-year-old's return to fitness could have a big impact on the nation's Euro 2016 hopes and Rush has dismissed those who criticise Ramsey's performances for Arsenal.

"People who criticise him don’t know enough in my opinion.

"He’s a match winner, his energy is vital and I think he’s a big part of Arsenal’s play.

"It’s no coincidence that people talk about him and Barcelona, he’s one of those that could easily play in that league," Rush said.