Bojan Krkic: Vissel Kobe of Japan sign former Stoke and Barcelona forward

Last update on.From section FootballBojan scored 14 Premier League goals while he was with Stoke CityBojan Krkic, a former forward for Stoke City and Barcelona, has joined Vissel Kobe in Japan.Bojan, 30 years old, played for Stoke from 2014 to 2019, after he began his career at Barcelona.Since leaving Major League Soccer's Montreal Impact at 2020, he has not been with a team.Bojan stated, "This is a great opportunity, both professionally and personally, and I cannot wait to take on this huge challenge."Vissel Kobe is third in Japan's J1 League. Their squad includes ex-Barca midfielder Andres Iesta (37), and Thomas Vermaelen (35).Bojan, who also played for AC Milan, Roma and Ajax, said: "I have been attracted Japanese culture for some time, and Vissel Kobe has allowed me to experience Japan for myself."Iniesta means a lot to me, and I'm happy to have the opportunity to play again with him." His assistance is a great help.Bojan, who was 17 years old when he made his debut for Barcelona in 2007, became the youngest player to play in La Liga. He helped Barcelona win the Spanish title three times and the Champions League twice.He made an international appearance for Spain, scoring 16 goals in 86 games, 14 Premier League goals during his five-year tenure at Stoke.