A Midfield colossus in 08/09. His performance at Old Trafford is probably one of the best individual performance in Barca's recent history. He'll be fondly remembered as a vital part of the club's best ever season and for his contribution other times. Apart from his physical stature, its his versatility tht 'll be missed more 'cause it bailed us out on some of the most crucial occasions of our most successful campaign.
I would 've wanted him to stay, but it is wht it is. I understand his desire to feature more regularly but moving from the best club in the world and CL footie to Europa league is a huge step down. For his talent and repertoire, he deserves to be playing for a championship winning side. City for all their reinforcements still 've some time to go before they can achieve the highest mantle in English football and by the time it comes ard, he would 've be on the decline and 'd 've lost his prime winning naught.
He was always a team player and one who was respectful to the fans and for tht he'll always be recieved with the same amt of respect and gratitude by the Camp Nou faithful.
God Bless ,Yaya. It was a pleasure seeing u grace the pitch in the Blaugrana.