The Gremio midfielder Arthur has been linked with Camp Nou, but the Blaugrana coach tried to convince reporters of his ignorance on Friday.
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde dodged questions about the club's reported interest in Gremio midfielder Arthur, claiming he thought he was being asked about an actor.
Arthur has been linked with Barca for several months after establishing himself as one of South America's most promising young players during Gremio's successful Copa Libertadores campaign last year.
Reports of Barca's interest initially began circulating in December when Arthur was photographed wearing the club's jersey during a meeting with sporting director Robert Fernandez.