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Barca Universal

·23 July 2026

Barca Universal

·23 July 2026

Karim Adeyemi has officially started his Barcelona chapter, and the German international has made it clear that he arrives with one aim: to help the club get back to the summit of European football.

Announced as Barcelona’s second signing of the summer after Anthony Gordon, Adeyemi spoke to the media before joining up with Hansi Flick’s squad.

Even though he had visited the Ciutat Esportiva last week and met his new teammates, he could not train until his contract was officially finalised.

That will change on Friday, when he is expected to take part in his first training session as a Barcelona player.

The 24-year-old discussed why he chose the club, his conversation with Flick, his admiration for Lamine Yamal and the challenge of competing for a place in one of Europe’s strongest squads.

When asked about the expectations around his arrival, Adeyemi made it very clear how he sees Barcelona.

“The expectations are high. I’m joining the best club in the world and I hope to show the manager and the fans that I’m a Barça player.”

One of the biggest reasons behind the move was the chance to work under Flick and compete for the UEFA Champions League, the one major trophy that the current Barcelona project has not yet won.

“It’s the main objective, but not the only one.

“It’s the main reason; he told me what the club needed and I’ve come here to prove it.”

The German also spoke about his conversation with Flick before the transfer was completed. He said the discussion was focused more on commitment than tactics.

“We had a long conversation, but I didn’t ask about the position. He asked me if I was ready and I told him yes, that I’d give it my all.

“For me, it’s a huge step. It’s a club unlike any other in the world.”

When asked where he prefers to play, Adeyemi made it clear that he is happy to adapt wherever the team needs him.

“It doesn’t matter to me; I’ve played in every position. I’m here to help the team.”

Adeyemi also reflected on what it meant to receive Barcelona’s call after a difficult season.

“When I found out, I couldn’t believe it; my last season wasn’t the best. Flick has been a pillar of support; he told me to give it my all.

“I was really impressed. For me, it’s a unique opportunity. My role models and idols at Barça are Messi and also Ronaldinho, although there are many others.”

The former Borussia Dortmund forward was asked why he chose Barcelona over other interested clubs, and he said,

“It’s a historic club, and I remember watching them play incredible players when I was little. They have a special connection with Catalans; I’ve seen it and I really liked it.”

The winger expects one of his closest partnerships on the pitch to come with Lamine Yamal, whose rapid rise has made him one of the team’s biggest stars.

“I think he’s an incredible footballer; I can connect with him. He scores goals and you’ve got to feed him the ball. I hope to connect well with him and the rest of the players.”

Adeyemi also revealed that he plans to learn Spanish quickly so he can settle into the dressing room more easily.

“I’ll try to speak Spanish; I’m good at languages and that way I can connect with him and the rest of the young players. We’ll click straight away as soon as we step onto the pitch.”

He added that the squad’s chemistry has already made a strong impression on him.

“It’s easy to connect with them; age doesn’t matter – whether they’re 18 or 19 – it’s a different story out there. It’s a fantastic squad.

“Flick has already told me it’s a family, that there’s a real sense of unity. It’s impressive that they’ve won a World Cup; I hope that will motivate us to achieve great things.”

Even though he is arriving in a highly competitive attacking group, Adeyemi insisted he has never worried about fighting for minutes.

“I’ve been able to watch the players, but I haven’t been worried about the transfer. I haven’t been fretting about it.

“I’ve watched training and I’m looking forward to joining them. This is football; it’s my job. I’ve enjoyed being here.”

When asked whether Lamine Yamal could one day win the Ballon d’Or, Adeyemi backed his new teammate while also pointing to the standards set by Lionel Messi.

“Lamine wouldn’t mind if I said it’s difficult to reach Messi’s level. Lamine plays with a lot of freedom. He just needs to keep going his own way – and why shouldn’t he win it?”

For the moment, though, the German’s focus is much simpler.

“What I’m most looking forward to is being at the first training session, getting to know the players and enjoying this moment. And playing at the stadium too,” he concluded.

Source: Mundo Deportivo

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