Dani Alves says ‘he feels like a superhero’ and is ‘ready to infect teammates with adrenaline’

It has been a week of emotional returns for Barcelona faithful around the world. If Xavi Hernandez’s return to the club as manager was not enough, the immediate return of Dani Alves as a player-mentor was a cherry on the cake.

The Brazilian is often considered the best ever to have graced the right-back position. He is also the most decorated player in football history with an incredible 42 titles to his name.

A major part of Alves’ success came during his spell at Barcelona, where he was a part of Pep Guardiola’s rampant side that stormed through Europe. The full-back is now back at the Catalan capital at the age of 37, and his energy has not changed.

Image: Dani Alves during his medicals. pic.twitter.com/B7DvmumNWS

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Speaking about his emotions on returning to Barcelona, Alves said the shirt made him feel special again. He added that he would give it his all to defend the colours.

“It’s an honor to be here again. Wearing the Barcelona shirt makes you feel like a superhero. Putting that shirt on again is a source of extra strength and adrenaline for me – and I hope to infect all my teammates with this adrenaline.”

Dani Alves is expected to take the No.8 shirt, with his presentation taking place on Wednesday at Camp Nou. Though he will start training with the team on Monday, he will not be permitted to debut for the side until January.

His presence is expected to add character and passion into a dressing room that has lacked the traits in the past few years.

Source: Barça TV+

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