De Jong: “We are going to Paris to compete, win and … to qualify”

Frenkie de Jong is one of the most important players of the Koeman era. His game has become one of the great references of the team, also uncovering as a scorer. Now he faces one of the most important challenges since he wears the Blaugrana shirt: to overcome a 1-4 against.

What is the OBJETIVE?

Qualify. We are going to compete and see how it goes.

Have you already spoken with Laporta?

We are happy because there is a new president at Barça. I still don't know him very well, but I'm going to talk to him for sure.

Did he tell you about the comeback?

Yes. It has given us all the luck in the world and that we are going to compete.

Is this team a pineapple?

Yes. We are very close. It can be seen in games like Sevilla. We are going to Paris to win and compete.

Surprised with Ilaix Moriba?

It doesn't surprise me because I have seen it in training. You have a great future here.

Do you want to vindicate after 1-4?

I don't know if that score was fair, but we played a bad game. We want to give a good image of Barcelona and compete.

Is Neymar's withdrawal important?

It is one of the best in the world. It is better that Neymar is not there.

Are you happy with its performance?

I feel very good. I don't have any hassles. For me it is the most important thing. Last year I played many minutes, but I was not happy.

Do you see yourselves fighting for LaLiga and the Cup?

Of course. We have a final and we have to win it. In LaLiga we are much better and fighting for the title.

Do you believe in the comeback?

We believe and we will try.