PEPE REINA has paid tribute to European champions Barcelona.

The Liverpool keeper was delighted to see his Spanish team-mates inspire a crushing final victory over Manchester United.

“They’re the best team I’ve seen in my life,” he said.

“Xavi and (Andres) Iniesta are the best players in their position in the world. They are world leaders in every sense.

“Fortunately, they are Spanish, They’re the two best players in the world at giving the final pass.”

Reina also reiterated that he's fully committed to Liverpool and optimistic about the future.

He added: ‘I am happy at Liverpool and so are my family. I’ve never wanted to go.

“It is true we have had a great end to the year but we have to keep growing.”