FC Barcelona vs Elche CF: Post-match statements
FC Barcelona is back to its winning ways with a comfortable three-goal victory over Elche. Xavi, Araujo, and Depay spoke to the press along with the away team’s coach, Francisco Rodriguez Vilchez.
Matevž Kožman — Editor, BCN
Xavi: “We hope the fan recovers well”
FC Barcelona put four goals past the opponent again in a match that grabbed the spotlight for the wrong reasons towards the end. Xavi was the only one to speak to the press after.
Xavi: “Frenkie is an important player for me”
Xavi spoke to the press a day before the match against Getafe in Madrid. He adressed the issues such as the Frenkie de Jong situation, recent results and transfer rumours among others.
Xavi: “I am very satisfied today”
comeback from one goal down, goals from Pedri and Aubameyang secured the 1-2 win for the Catalans. The coach and both goalscorers spoke to the press after the match.
Xavi: “Atletico saw a very good Barça”
Xavi appeared before the press today with the match against Espanyol taking place tomorrow. He spoke about the players returning from injuries, his debut against Espanyol, and more.
Spotify close to being the new Barça shirt sponsor
Spotify, the global streaming service, is close to sealing a sponsorship agreement with Barça, as reported by Fernardo Polo of Mundo Deportivo. Its logo would replace the Rakuten one on the shirt's front, once the current contract with the Japanese company runs out on June 30th.
The future uncertain for Dest
According to media reports, Dest is not thinking about leaving Barcelona despite the interest from different clubs for his services.
Xavi: “Gavi and Nico have what it takes for the first team”
Xavi spoke at a press conference before FC Barcelona faces Granada in La Liga tomorrow. He was questioned about Ferran Torres, Ansu and his injury, the opposition, the upcoming Clasico, and more.
Edinson Cavani: An option for Barça
FC Barcelona continues its extensive search for an attacker which could be signed in January. Edinson Cavani seems to be among the options according to ESPN.
Nico: “I feel comfortable as a pivot or an interior”
Nico Gonzalez, the 19-year-old midfield revelation at FC Barcelona this season, sat down with Mundo Deportivo for an insightful interview, in which he talked about his younger days, comparisons to his father, and his breakthrough into the first team this season.