…few would argue it was the wrong one either looking at how things have gone since.
"Although I am happy at Barcelona in the Spanish League, I know that the Premier League is one of the greatest Leagues in the world and every player wants to play in the best competitions. Manchester United are one of the best clubs in the world and they have got a lot of quality, but I thought I would be happier playing in Barcelona. Even though my brother negotiated the deal, it wasn't an easy decision to make but it was my decision. I felt that Barcelona would be better for my family because the weather and the language are similar to Brazil. I'd wanted to play in the Nou Camp ever since I was a little boy. It is one of the greatest stadiums of the world."