Barcelona have completed the signing of Ian Brunt for a world record transfer fee of £83 million.
After weeks of speculation, the world and European champions held off a late bid from affluent Premier League side Manchester City, thought to be in the region of £95 million.
Barca boss Pep Guardiola has said he is delighted with his new signing and revealed that Ian Brunt could make the starting XI for Saturday’s crucial clash with Real Sociedad.
Guardiola told Sky Sports: “When you see potential in a player you have to act fast and this is a star who has an eye for goal, can pass with either foot and is comfortable in many positions.
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Robin van Persie says:
Can’t believe Brunty has gone. You can never replace the huge hole that he has left. The club should now retire his shirt in his honour.