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Ivan Rakitic proud to take Guardiola No4 for Barcelona

Former Sevilla midfielder Ivan Rakitic is delighted to have moved to Barcelona.

The Croatia international was formally unveiled by Barca yesterday.

"I thank all the clubs that were interested in me but, for me, Barcelona were the only club that existed. This is my club," said Rakitic.

"When I got the call from Zubizarreta I said 'yes' quicker than on my wedding day."

Rakitic signed a five-year contract with Barcelona on Tuesday morning after passing a medical. He is delighted to wear the number four, which also used to belong to former Barca captain and coach Pep Guardiola.

He said: "Wearing the same number as Guardiola is special. He made history as a player here and I hope I can be as successful as him."

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