Barça new boy Douglas wants to emulate hero Alves

Barça new boy Douglas wants to emulate hero Alves

Douglas claims that he wants to be the next Dani Alves.

The new Barcelona signing from Sao Paulo, for €4m plus €1.5 in add-ons for appearances, is a Brazilian right-back like his idol and has promised to work hard and dedicate himself to improving under manager Luis Enrique

"There is nothing better than being here and being able to play. I have the opportunity to start work tomorrow.

"With my work and dedication I can change the idea that you may have. I will try to find my place under the new coach.

"Any player would be happy to play at this club and now my dream has come true that I can work here day to day."

Douglas says he is really excited to train with his new team-mates and rise to the new challenge he has been set.

"I am ready for this challenge. I'm here to play football and that is what I will do."

He added: "I'm very happy to be in Barcelona and represent the city, the country, and my colleagues. I hope to reach the top."