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Dani Alves Joins Sao Paulo on Free Transfer After Leaving PSG

Former Barcelona full-back Dani Alves has joined Sao Paulo on a free transfer after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired at the end of June.

Sao Paulo confirmed the move via the club's official Twitter account on Thursday:

São Paulo FC

“For my country, for my people. For my beloved club.” @DaniAlvesD2 is here until 2022! ud83cuddfeud83cuddeaud83cudde7ud83cuddf7 https://t.co/10kLLLOrDI

The 36-year-old told reporters: "I could have chosen anywhere to play, but I chose to return to Brazil."

The 115-times capped Brazil international recently captained his country to the 2019 Copa America title as hosts, where he was also voted the tournament's best player.