Xavi Hernandez was eagerly awaited when he came to a press conference on the eve of FC Barcelona’s entry into the running against Rayo Vallecano. The opportunity for him to return to the registration of recruits and the future of many players. Words reported by the Barça News account.
On the registration of recruits
“Registrations now have little influence because we are working on variations, we have doubled the squad positions. Today, speaking with Mateu (Alemany), I am optimistic about registrations. We are working. We are positive , maybe not 100%, but we will see tomorrow. We are optimistic.”
On favorite status
“We are starting a new season with a lot of enthusiasm with new signings, it is an important test against Rayo. We are not favorites for anything, because last year we did not win any titles. I would say that we are candidates.”
On Aubameyang’s future
“Aubameyang? I’m counting on him. Some know they won’t participate, the others are there and they are the ones who are there for the competition. A lot can happen between now and August 31, but I’m delighted with Aubameyang .”
On the transfer window
“More reinforcements? We are still planning to strengthen the team and we will see what happens by August 31. We have to sell players to bring in new players. We are working to have a competitive team. Our idea is to compete for everything. The goal is to win titles… Until August 31, we will see how far we can go in the market.”
On Frenkie de Jong
“He’s important to me, he’s in the team. Until August 31, we’ll see because the market is still open and we don’t know what’s going to happen.”
About Lewandowski
“Lewandowski is a great goalscorer and a great player, who understands and interprets attacking play very well. A footballer with whom we are taking a very important step forward.”
On Marcos Alonso
“We don’t have Marcos Alonso, so it’s not worth talking about. Tomorrow there will be Balde and Jordi Alba.”
About Raphinha
“Raphinha is different from all the Brazilians I’ve played with. He looks like Neymar as a winger but he has a shot like Rivaldo. He can play as a midfielder, go inside and he can to score. He is a player who has to make the difference.”
About Nico
“At first I told Nico that I wanted him to stay, and that I loved him very much. He insisted on leaving five days ago, saying he thought he could play regularly elsewhere. .. He was brave and I wish him the best in Valencia.”
Xavi: ?”Registrations now have little influence as we are working on variations, we have doubled the squad positions. Today, speaking with Mateu, I am optimistic about registrations”
— News – Barça (@ActualiteBarca) August 12, 2022
