PSG confirms signing Brazilian Dani Alves until 2019

Paris July 13 (IANS) France football giants Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have confirmed the signing of Brazilian right back Dani Alves until 2019.

The 34-year-old Alves terminated his contract at Juventus on June 29 after one season to become the 30th Brazilian player to join PSG in their history reports Efe.

"I m extremely happy to sign for Paris Saint-Germain " the former Barcelona player told his new club s website.

"In recent years I have been able to gauge the incredible growth of this club which has become a European football powerhouse. It s very exciting to now be part of this great project!" added Alves who represented his national side on 100 occasions.

"Believe me I am coming to Paris to win. I know the ambitions of my new club and the expectations of its many fans around the world. We re going to share in some great times I m certain of that " the former Sevilla player concluded.

Paris Saint-Germain CEO Nasser Al-Khelaifi told PSG website: "I m delighted and very proud to welcome Daniel Alves to our club. Daniel has not only been one of the world s best defenders in the last dozen years he is also a recognised and well-liked figure among football supporters on every continent".

"His rigour and energy will add a lot to our squad and our fans will love his hunger for victory which will never stop driving Dani on. By choosing Paris Saint-Germain Daniel has shown everyone the vitality and attractiveness of our project " added Al-Khelaifi.

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