Paris Saint-Germain striker Lionel Messi talked about the departure of former Catalan teammate Jordi Alba from Barcelona.
“You were more than a friend. I am happy that we got along well off the pitch. I wish you and your family all the best. May the new stage of your career bring you a lot of joy and success, ”Messi wrote on the social network.
Alba decided to leave the Catalan team at the end of the season.
The 34-year-old defender officially announced his retirement on May 24. On Sunday, May 28, he and midfielder Sergio Busquets will bid farewell to Barcelona fans at blue garnet’s home pitch in a La Liga match against Mallorca.
Alba’s contract with the club was extended for one more season, but the parties agreed to terminate his contract early.
Alexander Gleb, former former football player of Barcelona and the Belarus national team commented Call to Russian fans from players of the Catalan club.
Sergi Roberto and Alex Balde had previously thanked the Barça fans from Russia for their support throughout the season. After that, blue garnets were criticized by Ukrainian clubs.