Tomorrow evening, FC Barcelona will try to confirm their great success against Real Sociedad with the reception of Valladolid. The opportunity for Xavi to appear at a press conference on the eve of this meeting. Words reported by Sport.
About Kounde
“We are optimistic for tomorrow, we are convinced that we will be able to register Jules (Koundé). We are in negotiations with La Liga.”
On Bernardo Silva
“I never give up hope, but it’s not going to be easy, honestly. Honestly, I see it as very complicated.”
On the C1 draw
“We will try to beat any rival. We had a very tough group, the toughest in the last 10-20 years. It’s tough, but it’s exciting.”
On the transfer window
“There are three possible scenarios. I want the market to end to see what squad we have left. There are a few days left before the market ends, but a lot of things can happen. We are in competition and we have to adapt to a situation of maximum competition. We depend on salaries and the salary limit, but we try to give priority to the sporting issue. We are a family and we are looking for the best for Barça.”
On Aubameyang and Depay
“I’m not ruling out any situation. Neither Aubameyang nor Memphis Depay. A lot of things can happen. I’m watching everything. Let’s see what the situation is and where we are in five days.”
On ter Stegen
“He has a different leadership, professionalism, order, discipline. He is not listened to much, but he makes himself heard. Last season he saved us in many games. In Mallorca, in San Sebastián . . . And now he’s started with several decisive saves. He’s a goalkeeper with a lot of personality and I’m sure he’ll help us a lot.”
On Pablo Torre
“I spoke with him. I think we will be right if he stays with us. It’s difficult to get minutes, but I think he will have opportunities. I think he can learn more here. He should take this year as an apprentice. He has to be an important footballer for the future. We will have games every three days and it is good that he stays with us and, if he has to help the team reserve, do it without any problems”.
On the arrival of side
“To see Balde’s performance, the left-back position is well covered. On the right, Dest already knows the club’s position. For now, we have to adapt. The club’s intention is to sign a full-back right”.
On Pique
“I already spoke with him before the holidays. I was also very clear. We played two games and we cannot make assessments. He is a footballer who can help us with another role. We We’ll see how he is, it depends on his feelings and mine. And how I compete when I have opportunities. There’s internal competition in every position.”
About Braithwaite
“He has known since May 17 that we are not counting on him. From now on, everything depends on the market. Football-wise, he knows my position. I have been very clear.”
About Ansu Fati
“We are on the right path. Ansu is making the difference even playing the last half hour. I see him well, happy, happy. We are trying to follow a process so that he is in perfect condition. We will go there carefully with him”.
On the system
“We have variations and we can defend and attack differently. We have alternatives so rivals don’t see that we are a predictable team.”
