Barcelona star Arda Turan decided against living in the city centre

Arda Turan

Barcelona FC have released footage of the Turkish international’s first days at the La Liga champions.

The footage shows a discussion between Barcelona board members and Arda talking about where he wants to live.

Turan requested that his home be away from the city centre but close to Barcelona’s training grounds.

Turan signed a five-year deal with the La Liga champions last month but cannot play until January due to the FIFA transfer ban imposed on the club.

Barcelona cannot actually register Turan as an official Barcelona player until the turn of the year. The bearded winger has yet to receive a squad number as a result – although he would like the number 14 shirt currently occupied by Mascherano.

The Turkish international is permitted to train with the team but cannot play any competitive games including friendlies for the Champions League title holders.

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