# Dani Alves’ first spell at Barcelona by the numbers

URL: https://technosports.co.in/dani-alves-first-spell-at-barcelona-by-the-numbers/  
Published: 2021-11-14  
Updated: 2021-11-14  
Author: Arsh Das

Dani Alves is confirmed to be returning to Barcelona, and will officially be a part of the squad in January. The iconic Brazilian right-back enjoyed a very prolific spell at Camp Nou the first time around. And in this article, we look at the eight best stats that the player has achieved with Barca. 

- In contrast to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s goal contributions every 255 minutes, Alves provided a contribution every 214 minutes under Pep Guardiola. 
- Dani Alves joined Barcelona from Sevilla as Pep Guardiola’s first signing. At 38, he is also the first signing for Xavi. 
- The defender has the second-most appearances for Barcelona as a foreign player. 
- He made 30 appearances in La Liga per season, and 48 in all competitions on average. 
- Alves’ titles won at Barca read as follows: 3 x Champions Leagues, 6 x La Liga titles, 4 x Copa del Rey, 4 Supercopa de Espana, 3 x Club World Cups 3 x UEFA Super Cups. 
- Dani Alves assisted 43 of Lionel Messi’s 672 goals for the Blaugrana. Only Luis Suarez and Andres Iniesta have assisted the Argentinian more. 
- The player won a title every 17 games at Barca by the numbers, lifting 2.8 trophies per season. 
- With 46 titles to his name throughout his career, he is the most decorated senior professional footballer. 

> 💰 Dani Alves has agreed to play for just €1-a-week to make his return to Barcelona possible.  
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> [Source: [@sport](https://twitter.com/sport?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)] [pic.twitter.com/pFa8qe76pM](https://t.co/pFa8qe76pM)
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> — Transfer HQ (@Transfer__HQ) [November 14, 2021](https://twitter.com/Transfer__HQ/status/1459853025607135239?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

The veteran has been [recruited to mainly be a leader](https://technosports.co.in/2021/11/13/what-can-dani-alves-bring-to-barcelona-as-he-returns-to-the-club/) to the young players already at the club. He has a winning mentality and knows what it’s like to truly play for Barcelona. As a result, his presence behind the scenes will be more valuable than his limited time on the pitch.