14 quotes capturing the essence of Johan Cruyff

La Masia - Barcelona's Youth Academy was his idea

As a player he turned football into an art form. Johan came along and revolutionized everything. The modern-day Barça started with him, he is the expression of our identity, he brought us a style of football we love.

– Former Barcelona President Joan Laporta

Imagine the characteristics of Cristiano and Leo in one player

In terms of his physique and power, he would be Cristiano Ronaldo. In terms of his ability, creativity and artistry he would be Messi. Cruyff combined both aspects of the game. Power, speed, he had an amazing change of rhythm, it looked like he was ambling along in fourth gear and suddenly he would go up to fifth and then sixth. At that time he was a one-off. He was unique. A unique figure and without a doubt a unique character.

— Miguel Reina, Goalkeeper (Atlético Madrid, Barcelona)