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Frenkie de Jong Doesn't Want Xavi, Andres Iniesta Comparisons; Targets UCL

New Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong doesn't want to be compared to legends Xavi and Andres Iniesta, and both he and the club are targeting UEFA Champions League glory in his first season at the Camp Nou.

Per Goal's Dejan Kalinic, the Dutchman spoke to BarcaTV, and when asked about the comparison, he shot it down: "I don't want to be compared with those players. It's the perfect club for a midfielder. They hold onto the ball well, they control the play. It suits me perfectly."

He also discussed his goals for the upcoming season:

"I want to start most games.