Kevin-Prince Boateng described his move to Barcelona as a "dream" after the midfielder's shock loan switch was confirmed on Monday.
Boateng, 31, j oined the La Liga giants on loan from Serie A side Sassuolo for the rest of the season, with an €8 million (£7m/$9m) purchase option included.
Barca will pay a €2m loan fee for Boateng to feature for them the remainder of the season.
The former AC Milan and Tottenham midfielder said it was a dream to get an opportunity to play for Barca.
"I'm very happy. It's a big honour to be here and have the possibility to play for this great club," Boateng told Barca TV.