"When I first saw Sandro play, there were definite links to Pirlo, without a doubt - and it's not just the hair. There's more to it than that," Howe said. "He's definitely got those similar ...

"When I first saw Sandro play, there were definite links to Pirlo, without a doubt - and it's not just the hair. There's more to it than that," Howe said. "He's definitely got those similar qualities ...

‘When I first saw Sandro play, there were definite links to Pirlo without a doubt - and it’s not just the hair!’ said Howe, whose side could go fifth with a win at home to Aston Villa today.