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Barcelona sporting director Deco recently sat down with Esport3 for an exclusive interview, where he talked about various topics plaguing the club right now.
Deco seemed particularly keen on speaking about Barcelona’s form and the impact of Xavi Hernandez’s sudden decision to quit the club at the end of the season.
“Has the media been unfair to Xavi? I think what was done was not valued too much. From winning LaLiga, the euphoria turned into too much demand in many moments and too severe criticism in some moments,” Deco said.
The Barcelona sporting director went on to highlight the achievements at Barcelona this season, adding, “The team has clearly shown signs of playing spectacular games, and sometimes we have not been able to.”
Pointing out Barcelona’s misfortunes, Deco said, “There is an analysis behind it: injuries, we have not been able to maintain a midfield at the same time, Busi’s departure is not just a football issue. All these things mean that the team has not had brilliant moments in many games.”
“But I think we have taken a step forward on many levels, and Xavi’s confidence is because of that, because we believe in what he is doing,” he added.
Deco also highlighted Barcelona’s achievements this season, including qualification to the Champions League knockout rounds. He also praised Xavi in the process.
Deco is working ’round the clock for a busy summer ahead (Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images)
“The most important thing about noise is what you believe. I believe and we believe in Xavi’s work. We have had difficult moments during the season. If you see, we have almost never had a starting XI for two months in a row; injuries to important players at important moments,” he said.
“We are achieving an objective that was not achieved last season, which is to go through the Champions League group stage and be in the round of 16. We have taken steps, but I understand that sometimes frustration in some games…
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Author : Connell Edgar-Jones
Publish date : 2024-02-08 08:19:26
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