Posted on November 16, 2021 at 7:10 pm by AD Five years after his departure, Dani Alves is back at FC Barcelona at 38 years old. But what state will the Brazilian defender be in when he turns back the pitch at Camp Nou in January? Pedro Luis Ripoll, one of the best traumatologists and sports medicine specialists in Spain, responded. After eight seasons of loyal service to Barça, Dani Alves has looked elsewhere. Passed by Juventus, PSG and Sao Paulo, the Brazilian defender is now back at Camp Nou. While he has blown out his 38 candles, Dani Alves no longer has the legs of his 20 years. But according to Pedro Luis Ripoll, one of the best traumatologists and specialists in sports medicine in Spain, Xavi would not have to worry about the physical condition of his first recruit. “(What is your opinion of Dani Alves? He returns to Barcelona to compete at the age of 38 and experiences a long period of inactivity). Dani Alves has particular genetics, he has not had major injuries and his character must be emphasized. He is a footballer who has a very good physical condition and an extraordinary mentality that makes him competitive. And, more importantly, he's aggressive. He's going to be great for Barcelona. The ages today are a bit relative because there are players, like Alves, who have healed themselves. Is it possible that he is ready to play at a high level and with continuity? Between now and January, he will certainly have a good pre-season and the performance will be positive, ”said the doctor accredited by FIFA in an interview with El Confidencial. 
“He's going to be great for Barcelona, the performances will be positive”
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