Jordi Alba dismisses FC Barcelona concerns about Olympic Games

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Jordi Alba insists nobody from Barcelona has tried to stop him from playing for Spain at the London 2012 Olympics.

Alba, who joined Barca from Valencia last month, has been included in Spain's squad after playing a key role in his country's recent Euro 2012 success.

Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas recently warned his compatriot may suffer injuries during the season if he does not rest.

But the full-back has played down suggestions that his employers are unhappy with his decision to become an Olympian.

"Nobody from Barcelona made it difficult for me to go to the Olympics," he told Marca.

"It's true that I have played a lot of games, but the chance to go to the Games makes it worthwhile.

"Not everybody can do this, it's a privilege to be here and we will try to achieve another success for Spanish football.

"It's been a great year, I played a lot for Valencia, which gave me a chance in the national team, and I won my first professional title. Now I'm going to the Olympics.

"I've spoken to people who have already played in the Olympics, and they all agree that it's a unique experience."

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