Harare, Zimbabwe (News of the South) – Nelson Semedo didn’t think about any other offers once he learned of Barcelona’s interest, the Portuguese said after joining the Catalan club from Benfica in a deal worth an initial $30 million on Friday.
Semedo, 23, moves to Barca on a five-year deal as the Camp Nou club hope they’ve finally ended their search for a new right back following the departure of Dani Alves last summer.
Both Manchester United and Manchester City had also been linked with the Portugal international but he was determined that his destination would be Barcelona.
“Barcelona was always my first option,” he said at his presentation when asked about City and United’s interest. “I didn’t even think about any other offers. All players want to play for Barcelona and I’m no exception. I was really excited when I heard they wanted to sign me.
“I am very proud to wear this shirt and I will do everything I can for this club. I already knew what a great club it is, but I have realised even more so today. I’m really happy the deal has been pushed through.”
Barca sounded out a variety of right-back options before settling on Semedo, with Arsenal’s Hector Bellerin, who left the club as a teenager, among their other targets-kwesesports
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