Barcelona seeks to regain winning form against Las Palmas after recent struggles.
Barcelona cannot afford another setback. They need to build on their recent midweek victory over Brest in the UEFA Champions League. Head coach Hansi Flick spoke to the media today about the team’s situation before the match against Las Palmas.
Flick shared that the team’s morale is good. He mentioned that players are returning from injuries, which is a positive sign. Key winger Lamine Yamal is back and ready to play after missing the last three matches due to injury. Flick said they haven’t decided if he will start but believes he will play.
With Marc Casado suspended, Flick was asked if Gavi could take his place. He praised Gavi’s potential and hinted that he might start in the upcoming match. Flick noted that Gavi is fit and showed good performance in training.
Regarding Ronald Araujo, Flick said he is training well and improving daily. While he didn’t give a specific return date, he mentioned that Araujo is close to being match-ready. With two challenging away games next week, Flick emphasized the importance of focusing on the upcoming match against Las Palmas.
Flick stated that the team’s priority is to win tomorrow’s game. He wants to build on the positive performance against Brest and show the fans their best effort. He assured that the best players will be on the field for this match.
Frenkie de Jong’s situation has been a topic of discussion. Flick explained that De Jong is recovering from injury and is making progress. He acknowledged that De Jong needs to regain his confidence and that the team is supporting him. Flick mentioned that the competition in midfield is tough, and he will give De Jong more minutes when he is fully fit.
Flick also addressed the fans’ reactions during the Brest game, urging them to support all players. He appreciates the connection between the fans and the team and hopes for their continued support.
Today marks Barcelona’s 125th anniversary, and there will be a celebration with the squad and staff present. Flick expressed his honor in being the coach of such a historic club. He shared his admiration for the club and its academy, La Masia, and noted the positive environment he has experienced since arriving.
When asked about the return to Spotify Camp Nou, Flick stated he has no information on the timeline. He is focused on training the team and preparing for upcoming matches. He compared the situation to building a house, where delays can happen.
Flick was also asked about other big clubs like Real Madrid and Manchester City facing challenges in the UEFA Champions League. He reiterated that his focus is solely on his team and wished the best for Pep Guardiola and his team.
Source: SPORT
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