Al Rayyan SC officially unveiled their latest foreign signing at a club press conference yesterday evening. The Spaniard was captain of his former team – Espanyol and scored 14 goals last season.

The press conference was held in the presence of the Vice President- Rashid Al Khalifa and Head of Football - Ali Salem.

Garcia said, “I am very proud to join a prestigious club such as Al Rayyan, I feel very comfortable here and this is due to the warm reception I have received from everyone at the club.”

When asked about the presence of former Barcelona star Xavi Hernandez in the QSL, Garcia said, “He is a good friend who I know from my days at Barcelona. However on the field we shall remain rivals and if I can, I would like to get the better of him on the pitch in the new season.”

Asked about his thoughts on the Qatar Stars League, the Spaniard added, “I was keeping a close eye on the QSL due to Raul’s time here, he played for Al Sadd SC. I would like to replicate the same kind of success that he had here.”