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Jordi Alba has claimed that Neymar’s exit to Paris Saint-Germain has only helped him regain his confidence.

Jordi Alba had struck up a partnership with Neymar on the left flank, but the full-back has said that the Brazilian’s departure has left him with more space and belief to play his natural game.

The 28-year-old told Mundo Deportivo: “He is a great player who, due to his circumstances or feelings or thoughts, decided to leave.

“In the end, there are still many more guys who can do a good job and I am delighted with the people there. As I said before, I have more space to run into and honest, for me, it’s much better.

“I have regained confidence. With more space on the left I am very comfortable and that is demonstrated in the field. I’m enjoying it in a way I haven’t for a long time.”