Xavi: “Madrid is strong but we’re not ruling anything out”

Xavi spoke into the microphones of Movistar LaLiga as soon as the match ended against him Athletic. These were his impressions.

Did you expect this change at Barça?

Yes, I expected it because we were working well. The team is training well and hence the results. Against a very difficult rival, who makes an excellent medium and low block, we were able to win. I think we played a serious game, solid in defence. We are growing and it is a great result for us. The sensations are good and we will continue working with humility. And happy harmony with the fans. Very happy for the players and for Barcelona fans. Happy.

And they have gunpowder

Players with goal have been incorporated. Aubameyang, Adama, Ousmane that we have recovered it. Luuk and Memphis have entered and have scored. And the team’s game, being able to improve, is good. Putting four to Athletic is not easy at all. The defensive system works very well.

Do you think Dembélé can stay?

This is no longer a topic of mine. It is a matter of Dembélé and the club, what I am is happy with him because he is a professional. I’m not telling any lies. He has made the difference. I see many conditions. Today we have seen the Dembélé that we want and that we all want.

And this Pedro?

Beyond the pipe, how do you understand the game? Play easy, go between the lines. It’s wonderful to watch him play. He reminds me a lot of Andres. He goes one on one. I haven’t seen many talents like this. He makes a difference.

Can you give Barça to fight for LaLiga?

I have already said that we do not rule out anything. Madrid is strong, Sevilla too. We have to climb positions. With all the humility in the world, to work match by match. And now to prepare the day of Elche. Nothing more. You have to be humble and keep working.