Ex-Barcelona defender Roger Riera confirms Nottingham Forest switch

Former Barcelona defender Roger Riera confirms on Twitter that he is moving to Championship club Nottingham Forest.

By Pascal Lemesre, Football League Editor

Published: July 15 2014 | 13:15

Last updated: July 15 2014 | 23:34

Former Barcelona defender Roger Riera has tweeted his excitement about a move to Championship side Nottingham Forest.

It was reported this morning that Forest were closing in on the teenager and now he has used Twitter to confirm the switch.

"Today I start a new chapter in my life at @Official_NFFC. I'm really excited about this new project and I'm gonna give all for this team," he wrote.

He moves to the City Ground on a free transfer and has signed a two-year contract.

Riera, 19, captained the Barcelona Under-19 side to the youth Champions League title last season.

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