The former Reading star made the move to Japan after he terminated his contract with Beijing Renhe in 2020.
He joined Vissel Kobe, a side that boasts of experienced players like Andreas Iniesta and Thomas Vermaelen, in an attempt to save his career after he struggled in the EFL Championship.
In a recent interview, he revealed how playing alongside the former Barcelona and Spain star has had an impact on him.
“Being with Iniesta in the same changing room and in the same pitch, having conversations with him is a great experience for me,” Timbe said.
“He is a world-class player on and off the pitch. He has not played for a long time [due to injury], but I am looking forward to playing matches with him. I’m sure we are going to have good times in the coming games.”