The two Spain internationals share a strong relationship, regularly spending time together on international duty. However, Pedri made it clear that friendship would count for little when Barcelona take on PSG.

"I hope he doesn't have any luck in this match, that he doesn't score. I wish him luck for the rest of the season," Pedri joked.

"I have a very good relationship with him and we talk a lot when we're with the national team."

Barcelona face a demanding test against Luis Enrique's PSG, with both sides possessing the technical quality and attacking threat to make the difference in a high-level European contest.

Pedri also discussed former Barcelona teammate Ousmane Dembele, reflecting on the French forward's development since their time together at the Spanish club.

The midfielder revealed that Dembele regularly produced moments of exceptional skill in training but was previously less consistent in matches. He believes the winger has since fulfilled his enormous potential and established himself among the world's best players.

"In training, I saw him do incredible things; he did well, but he was more inconsistent than now that he's exploded onto the scene and is a world-class player," Pedri said.

Dembele's development has made him an important figure in PSG's attack, adding another dangerous weapon for Barcelona to contend with as they prepare for the encounter.

Pedri acknowledged the scale of the challenge, praising PSG's quality in attack and their ability to control matches through midfield. He also highlighted their recent success in Europe's premier club competition.

"They have many qualities up front, they are game-changers and they know how to control the game in midfield," he said.

"I'm not going to reinvent the wheel, they have won the last two Champions League."