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Gareth Barry and Darren Fletcher are the perfect role models for Saido Berahino, says Mark Hughes

Mark Hughes believes Gareth Barry and Darren Fletcher are the role models Saido Berahino needs to follow to fulfil his talent.

The Stoke City boss signed Barry, now 36, for Manchester City in 2009 and took Fletcher, 33, from West Bromwich Albion this summer.

West Brom chief Tony Pulis signed Barry as Fletcher's replacement and Hughes reckons the former Aston Villa and Everton midfielder is the ideal man to fill the Scot's boots.

Saido Berahino should follow the examples of two veteran midfielders, Mark Hughes says
Saido Berahino should follow the examples of two veteran midfielders, Mark Hughes says
Hughes believes Darren Fletcher will be the perfect mentor for Berahino this season
Hughes believes Darren Fletcher will be the perfect mentor for Berahino this season

Berahino is still seeking his first goal for Stoke since his £12m move from Albion in January.