Luis Enrique He valued the list of 24 players he gave for the matches against Germany (September 3) and Ukraine (September 6) corresponding to the Nations League. The coach has revolutionized the Red with young players, although he did not give importance to that.
List rating
“I want to congratulate the RFEF in all its times for the 100 years of the first game that will be celebrated next week. These have been strange months for everyone. I want to send an optimistic message, that in a short time we will regain normalcy despite past suffering. During these months we have continued working and we have continued to do our work with care and from there this list of 24 players was born. I consider that it is a very nice list and it responds to the objective that we have as Selection. If the European Championship started tomorrow, these would be the players. It is a list that responds to the objective of going for the points from now on. I really like the equipment made and I want to enjoy my work now “
Make a list again
“It is a moment of joy to regain normalcy. I feel like coach again and I hope to close and fulfill and extend this project as long as possible “
I do not look at statistics, age, if they are ugly or handsome or the team to which the players belong
Absence of Gerard Moreno, the Spanish top scorer
“I don't like talking about who is not there. It is a very important day for the 24 who are there. The message for those who are not clear. I do not all fit. I would have called 30. PSG, Gerard Moreno, Jordi Alba … For me, the 24 that I bring are the best for these games. I do not look at statistics, age, if they are ugly or handsome or the team to which the players belong. We keep track of 58 that make up the full list. We have enough goal. All the players above can change positions. In the National Team we have always scored quite a few goals. We have a very good level in attack and defense ”.
Salary reduction
“It's something I felt, nothing more. Not this place to talk about this ”.
Goalkeepers and absences
“The list is reversible, players who are and break it throughout the season will have their chance. Llorente is in the pre-list and can enter the next calls. I still like Gerard Moreno, like many who are not … There are 10 players who could be here.
The management of Real Madrid players
“Most teams have already returned to work. There are clubs that have not started. We will manage it in a logical and normal way. We have not received any calls that prevent us from calling someone. At these levels it is rare for anyone to gain weight and to be unemployed for three weeks. Even so, our physical trainer will contact the players to send them exercises. I remember when I was a player to finish a World Cup and go to train with my team. We must remember that we have passed a lockdown. If the player puts the balance, I'm sure the players will be excited. Only whoever wants to be will be here ”.
We are prepared in case there are positives in coronavirus
Positive for coronavirus
“Can be. We are prepared in case there is. Most clubs have had cases. The ten players that I have said could come to reinforce the National Team if the possibility arose. There will be some positive case, that's for sure ”.
The veterans
“I would like to talk about transitions but I don't believe them. Here is peak performance. I have followed these players and I hope they will perform from the start. Nobody comes to get tanned. The goal is to beat Germany. Veterans do not expect anything you have not seen already. There are many people who lead by word of mouth, the ones I have lead by example, which is the best way to do it. I have no doubt that they will. Let them give the performance they have given so far ”.
Absence of Atlético de Madrid players
“I don't look at the club, or their age, or if they are tall, handsome … I don't do the smart thing by checking that I bring two from here, two from there …”.
Eric García is very intelligent at a tactical level, very mature … We called him for his level, not because he had to cover casualties. I hope that I can be central to the National Team for a long time
Marco Asensio take a step forward
“He has given it since he played for Espanyol. That is why he plays for Madrid and is in the Spanish National Team. A step forward must be taken by 24. Those who are 19 years old, 32 … This is how teams are formed, with that type of objective. I am going to demand from those who are 17 or 19 something that I have seen them do and I want them to repeat and improve. Same as veterans. I have seen Asensio even his report, which I liked a lot. He looks even more mature and lucky. Sometimes life gives you lessons and teaches you and I really liked the report ”.
Eric Garcia
“Eric García has done very well in the lower categories. Play in a team with parallels with the National Team. That is why he has played a lot. He is very intelligent at a tactical level, very mature … We summon him for his level, not because he has to cover casualties. I hope I can be a central member of the National Team for a long time ”.
More band players than scorers
“It is a good reflection. From the center and shot we have generated few goals. We have players who could improve their goalscoring side. Ansu Fati can play inside, Oyarzabal, Marco Asensio, Rodrigo, everyone could play a false 9. I value that those at the top have mobility and generate imbalance. I hope the National Team continues to score goals with the help of the insiders: Fabián, Merino, Olmo … We also need to be effective in defense and for this the points must also help ”.
I had the opportunity to train Adama when I was in the Barça subsidiary. It had potential but things to polish and these two years in England have improved a lot
Adama Traoré
“I had the opportunity to train Adama when he was in the Barça subsidiary. He had potential but things to polish and these two years in England have improved a lot. Now he is able to differentiate situations without the ball. But it stands out for its overflow. Perhaps he is the player in Europe with the greatest overflow. It can bring us many things ”.
Sevilla players and the final of the Europa League
“Tomorrow's game is one of the best that can be seen on the scene. Sure there will be possibilities for both and very interesting. Hopefully Sevilla can win one more title. We have analyzed all the players. I worry zero. They have a week to rest. Because of the profile of the two: Reguilón will be happier than a few castanets and it will not be a problem for him to have a week; Jesús Navas has a deposit for three more seasons. If a player does not have the energy to come, there would be no problem and we would summon another. But for the moment that situation has not occurred “
At these levels it is rare for anyone to gain weight and to be unemployed for three weeks. Even so, our physical trainer will contact the players to send them exercises
The list before confinement
“Surely there would be some change. After confinement there are players who have lowered their performance and others who have improved it ”:
Oscar Rodriguez
“His role in Leganés has surprised me. He has proven to be a very profitable player in many facets. With the ball he is very good, he has an exceptional shot. I'm looking forward to our context, surrounded by players who enhance their style of football. What has surprised me the most is his ability without the ball, his physical waste, his positioning … I really want to see him. He is one of the ones I most want to see ”.