The Brazilian star will end his illustrious career at Camp Nou this summer.
Barcelona have decided against renewing the contract of Dani Alves beyond this summer.
The Brazilian full-back will become a free agent when his current deal expires at the end of this month. Alves were reportedly eager to earn a new deal at Camp Nou to increase his chances of getting a Brazil call-up for the 2022 World Cup.
However, despite the 39-year-old’s impressive spell since re-joining the club last winter, Barca will not renew Alves’ deal. The Catalans are close to securing a deal for Cesar Azpilicueta, who will replace Alves in their squad.
‘Visça Barça forever!’
The Brazilian took to Instagram to confirm his departure from the club.
“Now is the time for our farewell,” he wrote.
“They were eight+ years dedicated to the club, to those colours and that house… but like everything in life, the years pass, the roads deviate and the stories are written for some time in different places – and so it was.
“They tried to say goodbye but they could not do it, because you cannot imagine, or yes, how resilient and resilient I am.
“Many years passed until football and life which, as always, are very grateful to those who respect them, decided to give me the opportunity to return here to say goodbye.
“But this wouldn’t be a goodbye without first thanking all those behind the spotlights, all those who do that ours is perfect, to all of them; THANK YOU.
“I would also like to thank all the staff for the opportunity they gave me to return to this club and be able to dress that wonderful shirt again, they do not know how happy I am…. I hope they do not miss my madness and my happiness every day.
“Hopefully those who are staying can change the story of this beautiful club, I wish that from my heart.
“There were 23 titles achieved: 2 Trebles, 1 Sextete and a great gold book written!
“A very nice cycle has ended and another challenge opens.
“Let the world never forget: a lion that is 39 years old continues to be A GOOD CRAZY LION. Visça Barça… Forever!”
Where will Alves go after leaving Barca?
Athletico Paranaense are the frontrunners to sign Alves after his departure from Barcelona. The Brazilian side were keen to add Alves to their side before his move back to Camp Nou last winter.
However, the Brazil star must wait until the opening of Brazil’s transfer window (July 18) to sign a contract at the club.
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