Barcelona communications chief Toni Freixa says they're excited by the arrival of Neymar.

Neymar enjoyed an outstanding Confederations Cup with Brazil, which has Barca officials buzzing.

"Barca is pleased to have a great player for the coming season. Absolutely.

"He's been signed thanks to the effort in negotiating for so long, the excellent management of the president and the sports management, has resulted in a player who is astonishing the world.

"We're very excited that when he's with us he offers the same performance. We are confident that he will."