Dest: I didn't understand a word Messi said!

Sergino Dest admitted he didn't understand a single instruction from Lionel Messi during his Barcelona debut on Sunday, although the U.S. men's national team star believes he's off to a good start with his new teammate.

The former Ajax fullback made his first Barca appearance during the club's 1-1 draw with Sevilla, coming off the bench to replace Jordi Alba.

Dest recently joined the club in a deal worth €21 million (£19m/$25m), joining fellow American Konrad de la Fuente at the Catalan club.

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De la Fuente was also named to the bench on Sunday, but it was Dest who made his debut, becoming the first American to ever appear for Barca in an official match.

And, after the game, Dest…