Xavi’s own names: departures, substitutes and departures

A Xavi Hernandez He had to address the proper names in the press conference before the match of Copa del Rey against Ceuta. He spoke about those who may come out as Memphisto those who stayed and did not play as Eric Garcia either Bellerin and of those who do good as De Jong or Christensen and also of Lewandowskiwho can play against Ceuta because he is allowed in the League.

DE JONG

in Dejong that he is going through a good moment with the team, Xavi explained that “he is comfortable and we give him a little freedom. He is a footballer I really like and he has the unusual conditions to be one of the best midfielders in the world “, to say that “it is at a good level”.

CHRISTENSEN

Then he spoke about Christensen. “Andreas is another guarantee at the back. Very good delivery of the ball and a lot of personality. That’s why we signed him. He takes a step forward and is comfortable on the pitch. He is fast, aggressive and well in his head. We are signed him to make a difference and he’s doing it.”

FINDINGS

Referring to playing with four midfielders, he once again praised Busquets. “Usually one of them is free. They handle more balls than usual, but we also look for superiority. Busi benefits the team together. We have to try to keep the block together, so Busy He’s the best at his position.” Lewandowski, This is important, of course. and will play on Ceuta: “Today I will talk to the players. In principle, it has to be important tomorrow. My idea is that they travel and participate”.

HECTOR BELLERIN

The coach once again insisted that “I am very happy with the squad. If no one wants to leave, I’m delighted.” But names emerged, like Bellerín’s. “You have to give him confidence. Hector will participate and continue to be important. There is competition. You always ask me about not playing. There are 24 players and only 11 and five changes can play.”

RAPHINHA

raphinha He is not for sale and he does not want to leave but the Premier League is pushing to ‘repatriate’ him. “I try to be clear with the players. For me, nobody should leave. I am delighted with the squad. I don’t want anyone to leave, another thing is that they ask to leave”.

ERIC GARCIA

Eric This is another one of those players with a unique gift. It’s been eight games since he didn’t make the starting eleven. “At the World Cup I decided Luis Enrique. He had a little discomfort before Espanyol, nothing important, but we decided that another footballer should play.” Eric he is always “useful and has played great games with us. For me it is a guarantee. There is competition in that position, but that is a guarantee. He will be important and he will play, that will be important for sure”.

MEMPHIS

Xavi said everything. “Memphis I have no news. He is professional and I am happy with him. He’s a great player for the locker room. In principle, I depend on him for everything.”