The coach of the first team of FC Barcelona, Xavi Hernandez, has appeared at a press conference prior to the league match once morest Elche. In her, talked regarding signing Erling Haalandthe possible arrival of Andreas Christensen and the status of Dani Alves, Gerard Piqué and Riqui Puig. In addition, he mentioned the importance of his role and that of the entire board in the future of the institution.
As soon as he appeared before the cameras, the first question was regarding his meeting in Munich with Haaland. “I can’t give details. The only thing I can say regarding Haaland is that we are working for Barça for the present and future. If we announce something, you will know, like yesterday with Pablo Torre”, said the Egarense, making it clear that the meeting might happen and that the club works day and night to sign the Norwegian.
In addition to this, he also spoke regarding Christensen, one of the club’s possible signings, although he did not want to go into any details. “It’s not time to talk regarding these things. We are present and tomorrow we play in Elche. We are rooms. This is not the time to talk regarding signings or the future. We are in good dynamics and today we have to talk regarding Elche. It is true that we are working towards the future and planning things“, expressed Xavi, diverting attention to the game this Sunday.
He also took a moment to praise the board and all the ‘staff’ who work at his side. “We are a team. The president in charge, Mateu, Jordi and the ‘staff’. We have fluid communication and I feel very comfortable. In this sense, I cannot ask for more. This is a group and not just one person decides. Everyone gives their opinion. It is very good for the Barça“said the coach.
Riqui, Hammered, Alves and LaLiga
In addition to everything, he wanted to talk regarding the opportunities for Riqui and Piqué’s present within the first team. “We will see. Riqui has fierce competition. It’s a shame because he trains very well. I feel bad not being able to give him more minutes. He has high-level players ahead of him. It is an example of professionalism and improvement on a day-to-day basis. With Piqué I am delighted, he has made a tremendous step forward. His performance is extraordinary,” added the man from Terrasa.
In addition, he expressed the contractual situation of Dani Alves. “We haven’t talked yet, but as performance there is no color. Impregnates the team, infects it with professionalism. It’s an example. Hopefully it will perform. I would like it to continue, although it depends on several things. What it gives us also in the field is a lot”, commented.
Finally, he briefly emphasized how attractive LaLiga might become if both Kylian Mbappé and Haaland sign with Spanish teams. “The more footballers of this level are here, of course the League is going to improve. It is something obvious. It would be even more attractive than it already is”, concluded the Barcelona coach.
