Dani Alves sends a transfer message to Barcelona

As a debt-ridden Barcelona struggle to make signings, Dani Alves has left the door open for a remarkable return to Camp Nou.

Dani Alves would not oppose a return to Barcelona and insists all the club chiefs need to do is give him a call.

The 38-year-old Brazilian, who spent a glorious eight seasons between 2008-2016 at Camp Nou, is a free agent after ending his contract with Sao Paulo last month amid reports over a wage dispute.

Alves is yet to find a new club but has no plans to retire as he believes he still has something to offer, especially in helping Barcelona shape their young squad.

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“It would sound very opportunistic to say that Barca need me now,” the right-back told Sport. “I always said that I left because I saw things were not the way I thought they should be.

“You never want to see everything that [has] ended up happening since I left. I’ve said that when Barca need me and want me, I would be at their disposal regardless of where I am. The affection, love and respect I have for this club is too much.

“If Barca think they need me, they just have to call me. I still think I can contribute anywhere, but more at Barca because of the number of young players that they have now.”

Barcelona return to action on Sunday for a La Liga match against Valencia at Camp Nou.