He went to Masia at the age of 12. After 22 years as a permanent resident of Barcelona he leaves. He wore the jersey of a team, Barcelona. He may not have won the "Golden Ball", but it remained in the consciousness of every football fan as one of the best players of his generation. Andres Iniesta during this time started a family, won titles, tasted (successes) and was disappointed (less often). It's time to say goodbye. He leaves for China (even if he did not want to reveal his next destination, contenting himself with the fact that he will not be in Europe). The press conference could not but be intensely emotionally charged. Iniesta could not hold back his tears from the first sentence. For the first five minutes of the press conference, he could hardly hold back tears as he tried to explain the reasons for his decision. The whole "blaugrana" team was present, except for Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, who were absent for personal reasons.
"This press conference is to make known my decision to spend my last season here. It is a measured, studied and decision made after inner thought. After 22 years here, I know what it means to be a player of Barcelona, the best team in the world. I know what the requirements are to play here year after year. I know what it means to be the leader of this team. I'm honest with myself and the team, my career here ends here.
If I could imagine ending my career here, it would be this way: To be useful, important and essential. It's a difficult day because I've spent my whole life here and goodbye is difficult. I would not forgive myself for living such an awkward moment in the team. I don't deserve it, and neither does the team.
I want to thank the team and Masia for what they gave me. I am what I am thanks to them. After 22 years I am with the most fantastic person I have ever met in my life, who makes me happy every day, my wife. I came when I was 12 years old and I left my family to come here. At first it cost me, but I tried hard to do it ", initially supported and then spoke:
For the purpose it fulfilled: "My only goal was to triumph with this team and I did it. I gave Barça the best I had. I do not want to fool anyone. In a few days I turn 34. The time has come. I know me and I know how I am. From now on, for natural reasons, anything would cost a little more. I gave everything to this team and I would never be happy if I did not give the best as I do now. "Other challenges are coming."
For its most important moment: "It is difficult to stay with just one moment, because I lived magical moments. I will always remember my debut in Bruges. I will never forget this day with the first team. "It's the most important thing to me."
For the timing of the decision: "It was a big process. It's been months. There were days when I had more doubts, others when I had fewer. Is normal. I spent my whole life here and saying goodbye is not easy. The team understands that I am honest and if I am not here to give my best, I will not be happy ".
For its next destination: "When the season is over I will say, there are things that need to be closed. I always said that I would not play against my team (Barcelona). "All scenarios that are not in Europe are possible."
For the "Golden Ball": "It's not a thorn in my side that I did not win the Golden Ball. Being present in the moments with Messi and Xavi was something magical. "My perception of football does not change whether or not I have a Golden Ball."
Whether to return to Barcelona: "I will return as a player. I'm leaving for three years and will be back to play (laughs). Just kidding. It is difficult to say if I will return to the team. These are emotional days. I've been thinking for weeks now. The season is not over and we have a title to win ".
For the game that captured the most: "I am always grateful to the people who showed me so much love. Wherever I went. It's a lot of games. I tried to enjoy them to the maximum ".
For the coach who stood out: "There are many coaches I have had. I have great memories of everyone. Everyone in their time has a special place in my life. I am lucky for the coaches and teammates I had. I thank them "
For the most difficult time: "It was hard when I came, because it is not easy to leave your family. It was worth the effort from everyone. This is the final that is worth it ".
About how they want to be remembered: "I would like to be remembered as a great footballer and person. Football passes and we are left with the people and the treatment from the world and our teammates. "Everyone will have their opinion, but that is my wish".
For Messi: "Leo was a cornerstone for this team to win titles. It was magical to be by his side. It was an honor and a privilege to share the locker rooms. There will be no other Leo ".
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