Xavi: «Dembélé should make an effort to renew»

Xavi Hernández put pressure on Ousmane Dembélé on Tuesday to renew his contract with Barcelona, ​​when the French striker is considering whether or not to continue his career at Barcelona. «I’m waiting for Dembélé to make an effort. The sports project could not be better for him. I hope an effort on his part, “insisted the Barça coach, who acknowledges that the future of the footballer” depends on the club and on him. ”

“I should think about him and his future,” launched Xavi, who on the eve that Barça made their debut in the Cup against Linares also admitted the possible departure of Coutinho but did not want to talk about Morata or Haaland. «For there to be entrances there must be exits. I have not spoken with Coutinho. We are pending to register Ferran Torres and Dani Alves », said Xavi. “We are not going to talk about hypotheses, but about those we have. Neither Morata nor Haaland are my players, “he settled.

Xavi acknowledged that Barcelona “is working on the winter market” and praised Joan Laporta’s management. «His message is positive. We are coming back, working hard. We do not sink into misery. You have to follow the president. Mark the way, “proclaimed the Catalan coach, who likes” Laporta’s ambition. ”

«I share the optimism of the president. I am related to him, to his character. He is a very brave guy and I am delighted with him. We were new to the League and now we are fifth and we are close to the Champions League. Is not easy. We worked hard to give Barça back where it deserves, “said the coach of the team that defends the Cup title and expects against Linares” a difficult and complicated game. ”