Xavi Hernández, together with Busquets, Pedri and Gavi. /
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“It is not an easy or pleasant situation, but the interests of the club prevail,” says the Barça coach about the situation of the French winger
Xavi Hernández was strict about the negotiations with Ousmane Dembélé. “Either renew or leave. Either one thing or the other, ”said the Barça coach when they asked him in the preview of the cupbearer duel against Athletic about whether he will continue to have the French winger in case he does not extend the contract that expires on June 30, 2022. “We are in a complex, difficult situation. If he does not renew, the club must find a solution. We cannot be in this situation. We have waited a long time. Mateu has been in talks for five months and we can’t wait any longer,” he snapped.
Xavi advocated in his day for the renewal of Dembélé, whom he considers a differential footballer. But the Egarense coach has ended up closing ranks with the club, fed up with the footballer’s exorbitant requests. “I don’t want to disrespect anyone. The message is clear. Or renew or look for an exit solution, ”he insisted. “He tells me he wants to stay. Ask him,” he said when questioned about the reasons why the negotiations are still entrenched, although he denied that the footballer had disappointed him.
Xavi from Athletic spoke, whom he praised. «The game at the beginning of the season serves as a reference. He has one of the best coaches in recent years. A very intense rival, very aggressive. They demand a lot, especially at home. They come out very well against. It may be one of the best batches of Athletic in recent years. They work very well. A single party, makes it very attractive. Going far in this competition makes us excited, “he said.
He defended Busquets, singled out for his mistake in the Spanish Super Cup classic. Why is the midfielder criticized? «»Because there are no results. When there are no results… They also criticize me. This is so. For me it is essential, unquestionable. He knows he made a mistake, but that’s form. If we play as a block, he is the best in the world in his position. Without a doubt,” he said. »There are many injustices. It is normal. We are at Barça and there are debates. We accept it. I remember that there was a debate with Busquets in 2010 in the national team. They said I shouldn’t play and in the end… world champions”, he added.
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