Ronald Koeman, Barça coach, gave an interview to Barça TV in which took stock of this start of the season in these days of break. It was the first time the Dutch coach spoke after the market closed. But he did not complain about the lack of signings.
The stop: “Disconnecting from this pressure that exists is easy because there is no game this weekend. It gives us time to prepare for the games against Getafe, Ferencvaros and Madrid. Until the next break there will be many games and now is the time to plan those games and all the training sessions. “
The signings: “The team is doing well, I'm happy with the squad we have. We have tried to improve it, but it is part of the club's economic situation. You have to accept it and work. “
Balance of the first matches: “I liked the team in general. I think Vigo's physical wear and tear was noticeable against Sevilla, who are also a strong team. We can improve by putting pressure on the opposition, but in general I am satisfied. I think that in three, four or five plays against Sevilla, we did not have the performance we wanted. But that's it. Also, we have been with another system for five or six weeks, other players. And, as a technician, it is normal that you always ask for time. I think we are improving with the ball. And training with intensity to get it out when you play“.
Attitude: “I think that defending starts at the top, in the forwards. If they put in good pressure, the defenses won't have as much trouble. Maybe putting in one more pivot has helped the defenders. But the defense has to do with the whole team. “
Ansu: “He has had a maximum performance. We are talking about a player with 17 years. Playing three games at a high level of football means that he is very good. It is a talent. He has to learn but wants to learn and trains for that. We are here to help. There is no player in the world at his age who is in a national team knowing the quality that is here.
System: “As a coach, I have my system preferences. Why play with extremes if we don't have extremes. In my opinion, the 4-2-3-1 is the perfect system for this team seeing the qualities of the players“.
The Getafe-Ferencvaros-Madrid trilogy: “The objective is to win every game. It is not easy. Starting with Getafe, which has shown that it gets the best performance out of its system. I saw it last year against Ajax and I am clear that it will not be an easy game. I hope the internationals return without problems. Trying to beat Getafe and then prepare for a difficult game. “