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Jordi Alba praises Carlos Puyol

Jordi Alba praises Barcelona teammate Carlos Puyol, who is expected to make an announcement regarding his future this afternoon.

Jordi Alba has lavished praise on Barcelona teammate Carlos Puyol, who is expected to make an announcement regarding his future this afternoon.

The long-serving centre-back has called a press conference for 3pm UK time, when it has been reported that he will announce his retirement from professional football.

Alba remained tight-lipped when questioned on Puyol's future, but took the time to praise his fellow Barca defender.

"When I came into the national team and when I met him at Barca, the way he treated me was always fantastic," he told reporters. "Puyol is a leader, everyone likes him and he's a fantastic professional. I've not spoken with him about this, but for me, it's always a privilege to work alongside him."

Alba is currently with the Spain squad ahead of Wednesday's friendly with Italy.

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