Barcelona and Spain legend Andres Iniesta will have a “major impact” in Japan, says the owner of his new club Vissel Kobe.
The 34-year-old completed his move to the top-flight side on Thursday after leaving Barca, where he spent 22 years.
Kobe owner Hiroshi Mikitani said Iniesta would strengthen the team and help the next generation of players.
He said: “I am confident Iniesta’s philosophy, leadership and DNA will be a terrific inspiration, not only for Kobe but Japanese football society.”
Mikitani added: “We look forward to Andres Iniesta not only strengthening the team’s performance but also contributing to the development of the next generation of players through the introduction of the Iniesta methodology to the youth academy.
“We believe his decision to come to Japan will have a major impact, not just on Vissel Kobe, but on football in Japan and Asia.”
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