Zeballos: 'It's a great opportunity to be at Barça'

Joaquín Zeballos has been introduced as a new Barça B player. The event, which took place at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, was attended by the manager responsible for Barça B, Xavier Vilajoana, and the director of youth football, Patrick Kluivert.

Zeballos is on loan from Girona until the end of the season. The Uruguayan striker was born on November 13, 1996 in Castillos and began his career at Maldonado from where he moved to Hurricane. He played there for just one season before signing for Juventud. It was from this club that he made the leap to Girona after scoring 19 goals. He has played six matches at the Catalan club.

Joaquín Zeballos' statements

"I am very happy to belong to this club and defend this shirt. I look forward to starting and helping the team achieve its goals."

"Barça is one of the biggest clubs in the world, it's a source of pride and a great opportunity to be here."

"When a club like Barça wants you, the decision to come is much easier. I'll try to enjoy being here and now all I have to do is take advantage of it."

"I define myself as a No.9 who is opportunistic and likes to score goals."