Jeremy Mathieu looking forward to Valencia return with Barcelona on Sunday night

Jeremy Mathieu is looking forward to taking on his former side, Valencia, when Barcelona visit the Mestalla on Sunday night. 

"Playing against Valencia will be a special game for me," he said at a pre-match press conference. 

"Valencia have changed a lot with regards to last season. They have a squad that can do great things."

Asked about what he thinks his reception would be during the game, he replied: "I don't know, we'll see. I left a good impression there and if they whistle me I have to accept it.

"I will be on the opposite side, now I'm 100% Barça, but I had great times at Valencia."