At 03:30 on August 28, La Liga Round 3, Rayo Vallecano VS Barcelona. Before the match, Barcelona coach Flick attended the press conference.
About the talent from La Masia
“The performance of young players in the first team is astonishing. This also happens in Germany, but it’s very rare to have three 17-year-old players playing at the same time in one team. We analyzed Barcelona B, and I also watched their match against Real Union yesterday. Their level is very good, but most importantly, the foundation is very solid.”
Winning all matches before the international break
“Winning matches is always our goal. Now we are focusing on the match against Rayo Vallecano and moving forward step by step. That’s how we manage the current situation.”
About Fermin
“Fermin got a few days off, which was very important for him after two trophy competitions. Now he’s in the team, and his performance in the last match proved that. We are satisfied with his contributions and mentality.”
About the closed squad
“Everything started with the European Championship and Copa America, and this happens in any major club. We must accept it because we can’t change it. It’s not an excuse. We have 11 players on the field and more substitutes. We can play the game. I’m very satisfied with our performance in the last match, we’re on the right track, and we want to focus on intensity, which is very necessary.”
Perspective on the team competing for the league title
“The goal is always to win the league title. It’s a long process, but we’ve had a good start, though everything could change next week. Now we’re happy with the start and confident. We won’t look ahead to May, only to the next match against Rayo Vallecano.”
About the last week of the transfer market
“I don’t consider possible signings. I’m focused on the players I have now. I’m very satisfied and happy with them. If there are changes or quality additions, that would be great, but I’m satisfied with the current players.”
About Vitolo Roque
“We can’t say we haven’t considered Roque; that would be false. I can talk about what he told me. He came from Brazil, and the situation isn’t easy for him. This is a great opportunity for him. He’s a good person, and we hope he can improve his performance.”
Areas where the team needs improvement
“I think I said at the last press conference: we’re very satisfied with the team’s performance on the field. The quality of training is good, the players are very focused, and the intensity is high… This is reflected in the games. If you only reach 80% in training, it’s impossible to reach 100% in the game. We analyze each game to make progress in every match.”
About Olmo’s registration
“I always remain hopeful, and I also hoped he could participate in the last game. It would be great if he could play tomorrow.”
More about Olmo’s situation
“These things are beyond the control of both the player and the team. We discussed the situation and know it’s a difficult thing in Barcelona. I trust the club and hope we can get him registered for tomorrow’s game. Any player who can’t play obviously won’t be happy. But he knows the reasons. I believe if he’s on the list, he’ll give it his all.”
More departures of players
“In recent days, players have left, and we need players to maintain competitiveness and compete with other teams.”