Memphis Depay was officially unveiled as a Barcelona player on Thursday at the Camp Nou and admitted he can’t wait to play alongside Lionel Messi.
The Dutch forward has signed a two-year deal with the Catalan giants, after leaving Lyon on a free transfer, and is looking forward to getting started.
“It is a dream [to play with Messi],” he said. “He is a legend and I don’t need to say too much else. The best player in the world.
“Did you see what he did in the Copa America? I am really looking forward to playing with Leo [Messi] and his qualities are clear.