Quique Setién appeared at a telematic press conference in the preview of the match that Barça will play this Tuesday against Leganés (22:00). These are the impressions of the Barça coach.
Do you think what can influence what has happened in previous games against Leganés?
It is possible that the game is really complicated because for Leganés it is one of the opportunities that he will have to obtain salvation, but we also need the points. It will be a difficult game that will pose certain difficulties to overcome it as it did other times.
Will there be rotations?
The idea is to do this. There will be changes and there will be as the games go on. We will see to what extent fatigue affects each player. I want us to arrive fresh at the end of the season. The approach is this and what you have to see is how the players recover from the efforts. The intention is that they arrive fresh to the games.
With the return of Suárez and Braithwaite scoring, what should Griezmann improve to be indisputable?
Griezmann is indisputable. He's played since he's been here. Now there are more players and more minutes have to be distributed. Griezmann is a great footballer and will continue to play a leading role because he is an important player for this club.
Messi has 12 seasons scoring 20 goals. What does that data tell you?
Messi is fine. Not only do you have to assess the data on goals but the rest of the contributions you make to the team. The other day he gave two again and that is a very important baggage. The figure is astronomical. I do not know the goals he has in total but that is why he is the best player in the world, we can count on him and he helps us every game.
You are going to play the game behind closed doors. It can influence?
I do not know to what extent it will affect. I would rather have an audience but it will not be possible and you have to adapt. Hopefully it doesn't suit us in that regard and that we play a good game and win. Soccer loses part of its essence playing on empty fields.
Can you condition that Suarez be warned?
At the moment we have few players in that situation. If not now, it will happen sometime. The important thing is that we have enough reinforcements for them to play. But this will come when it has to. We will adapt to circumstances if it happens.
What did you think of Vidal's game, is he a necessary player?
Obviously, Arturo is a very interesting player, he has a profile that is always necessary in any squad. It transmits energy, apart from the quality it has. The other day we were lucky that he scored a goal that was not easy and put the game in franchise. I am very satisfied with its performance.
Where do you think the key to this League will be, what will this Express League mark?
I don't know what factor is going to be the most determining because you have to see what will happen. What we both have to do is win and win the championship, but there will be circumstances that alter this and force us to react. It is going to be a fight in which we both think that we cannot fail and I hope that the advantage we have is enough to win the championship. But there are many things that we will not be able to control in this remaining month.
Have your plans varied greatly from what you thought when you were confined?
I have already stated that I was very surprised by how well all the players came and the desire they have put since they arrived. The first weeks were physical, individual training … The predisposition was very good. I had a hard time deciding the first lineup because I had to take sides with some players. I hope to be managing it well. I hope that everyone maintains this level and my intention is that everyone is fresh and that each player will give the best of themselves.
Braithwaite played and scored. Has it deserved to retain ownership?
Except for some very punctual players who we all know from hierarchy and status, none would consider starters and substitutes. Just because they played the first game doesn't mean they'll play the second. There will be rotations. There will be specific games in which we will decide on some, but we will try to adjust well that any footballer can be on the field from the beginning.
When you say there are things you can't control, do you mean plays like Madrid's 1-0 win over Eibar?
There are many things that you cannot control. Yesterday, three centimeters is a valid goal or not. These factors cannot be controlled by any team. These are details that no one can control.
Have they talked about playing behind closed doors?
We will try to make them play the same as they did then if they won. We haven't discussed it. I have not discussed it with any of them but I suppose that once the ball starts to roll, they will isolate themselves from everything.
How have you assessed the work of the goalkeepers?
Marc has been very good, but error is always an option. It is not easy to return after so long. Training is one thing and the game is another. I have not only perceived it in certain goalkeepers. I've also seen it in some players.
Can Barça lose level of intimidation at the Camp Nou?
I hope not. We should get all the games ahead, but football always dribbles you that you don't expect and it gives surprises. So no one hits the 14 of the pool. The public factor could help us; I hope it does not harm us.
De Suárez said it would take two or three matches to be at the level, but in Mallorca it was very good. Will it be a starter?
I have not decided. It is an option. I have to discuss it with him. It is true that he could be a starter, but he could also start again from the bench. You have to be cautious. When there are long injuries, sometimes there are muscle problems. You have to try to take care of this because as I have said to him and the rest of the squad, any problem we have must be solved because I would not like to lose a player four games for not wanting to miss one.
How do you see Aguirre and Leganés?
Leganés has fewer and fewer options. We are not going to underestimate Leganés because of the situation he is in.
How is the preparation before the game?
-The routines are being the same as before. It's kind of weird because it tends to feel more like a workout than a game. And everyone is already aware of what you are playing at trying to focus on what you have to focus on.