Xavi, who will not give the list of players called up until before the trip, as antigen tests must be done, ruled out Ansu Fati and Memphis Depay, who could return this weekend against Granada. “They are already training with the whole group, but they still can’t play this game,” explained the Terrassa native, who did not confirm whether the goalkeeper will be Neto or a Ter Stegen who said: “He is one of the best goalkeepers in the world. It came from such an excellent level that when it goes down a bit the reviews come. This stop in the Mallorca field will be good for him to regain optimism “. Regarding the Cup, the coach defended: “If we were leaders in the League we would face the Cup the same way. It’s a title. We want to win in a difficult field. They are a team that does things well, it will cost. The Cup is a goal that “We are clear, we want to win. We are the reigning champions.”
At the press conference he also had to answer questions about many names of his own, such as an Ousmane Dembélé who seems far from wanting to renew. “It simply came to our notice then. We are at a time when it is Ousmane who has to step forward and make a decision. I asked him to make an effort and think about it. His future lies with Barça “. About the Brazilian Coutinho explained: “I have not talked to Coutinho about his decision. I have him, but we also need to go out to be able to register players “.
The Brazilian Dani Alves, who will be registered in time to play, was all praised. “I see him very well, spectacular in training. With a very high competitive pace, a professional wafer, great ambition. We need his last pass, his arrivals, his talent. He is a superlative player. He is 38 years old, but seeing how he is, he will help us a lot, for sure “, he said. Alves could return to play for Barça six years later. Finally, Riqui Puig also praised: “Very happy with Riqui, he helps us a lot. He understands the game and we urge him to get more into the area to shoot, to make the last pass. “
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