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Samuel Umtiti is an ‘incredible signing’ for Lecce, says club chief

Lecce president Saverio Sticchi Damiani says that Samuel Umtiti is an “incredible signing” for his club after landing the Barcelona defender on loan.

Umtiti has moved after a tough couple of years at the Camp Nou and was clearly overcome by emotion after receiving an epic welcome from the Serie A side.

This is beautiful - Samuel Umtiti (28) cries with happiness as Lecce supporters show him love. For so long, he’s been derided by Barcelona fans & the club for having injuries he couldn’t control after committing to sacrificing his body for World Cup glory.