Barca best in the world, says new recruit Afellay

Barcelona's first signing of the winter market, Ibrahim Afellay, has arrived at the club to finalise the details of his contract at the Camp Nou.

The Netherlands international spoke briefly with Barca TV and said, "It is very special to be here, I'm very happy. I'm a bit nervous, but that's normal, I am at the best club in the world, it's an amazing club. I'm just enjoying the moment.

"It is one big dream. Every player dreams of coming to Barca. Ask any player in the world and they'll tell you they want to play here, where they play the best football in the world."