Mathieu happy to be at "best club in the world"

Mathieu happy to be at "best club in the world"

Jeremy Mathieu's official presentation as a Barcelona player may not take place until Thursday, but the 30-year-old has already muttered his first words as a Barça player.

The transfer had been on the cards for the majority of the summer and was eventually confirmed on Wednesday morning.

"I am really proud to be here," Mathieu said.

"The club know how I play and I have come here to add my own quality to the side.

"Barça is the best team in the world and it is a great opportunity for me."

The French defender spent Wednesday afternoon at Camp Nou, posing for photos, and will take his medical on Thursday, which will be followed by a press conference.