This is very difficult for me. I have nothing prepared. I only want to thank the club from
the very beginning. They put their trust in my back in 2014 when they signed me. They
knew that I arrived here under certain conditions because of a mistake I had made. And I will
always be grateful for that.
An era of my life comes to an end. And I must feel very proud for everything that I've done.
I have made friends here because it's been many years and I have new friends now. I am
happy because of that. I was able to say goodbye to everybody yesterday. They were able to
see that besides a player, a human being with feelings was leaving as well.
My sons saw me lifting trophies, scoring goals and playing side by side with wonderful players.
Side-by-side with the best player in the history of football. That will always be in my memory.
I want to thank our supporters for all the love they've given me since the beginning
and until the very last day. They are still showing that to me. They know of the efforts
I made on the pitch.
What I must value now is that I have to feel proud of these six years I lived in this club.
Besides that, there will always be people agreeing or not with it. But that is an issue
I've already dealt with. From now on, I must change my mindset and enjoy the new adventure
ahead, and be always thankful to Barcelona for allowing me to live such incredible and
unforgettable times.
We all know of my relationship with Leo (Messi). When I first arrived here everybody told me
to be careful with Leo, because he was also a forward. But to be honest, after so many
years, Leo has an extraordinary relationship with another forward. I won't say names, but
some people predicted that we were going to have a bad relationship as teammates. But
both of us know that the time we played together for Barcelona, we both tried to help the team.
We tried to give all of ourselves for this team, and in my case I think I must feel proud
of it.
When the coach told me I was already aware of that. I was told about it before the coach
announced it to me, and I accepted it. But I told them that I still had a contract with
the club and that I was going to continue training until we find out the best outcome
for me and the club. I did not have problems to leave the club but I asked for respect.
I wanted to keep training because I am a professional, and the coach had no problems with that. Then,
we reached an agreement a few days ago.
Each player has his moments in a club and that moment to leave the club arrives that
decision must be respected. Either if it's the club or the player's decision. It's tough
and difficult because those were odd times. We all have families and memories and it's
tough to accept. These are things that happen in the world of football
Luis Suarez is already part of the legend of Barcelona. He has won 13 titles in 6 seasons.
He has scored 198 goals. The third top scorer in the history of this club. That is an extraordinary
record. He has done the best of him during these past years. We are so grateful for all
he's done for us.