FC Barcelona

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Frenkie de Jong is now expected to make his return in the La Liga clash against Espanyol on April 11, rather than earlier fixtures initially anticipated.

"Eric has been with me in the U19s, U21s, and the Olympics. He's very well-liked by everyone, including me, and he has every chance. He had a minor injury, and perhaps that's why he hasn't come. There are still two months to go, and a lot can happen."

He's already one of the best in the world, at that age. He's a different kind of player, one we all enjoy every time he plays. I think Barcelona really misses him when Pedri isn't there.

"He's already one of the best in the world at that age. He's a unique player, one we all enjoy watching every time he plays. I think Barcelona really notices it when Pedri isn't there."

Yes, he will do the same thing that he does on the pitch, he shows it in training every day. If they know how to pray? They better! We have great players too who we can perhaps spread out and not play 1 vs 1 because he is so decisive. We have the tool to try and counteract him.

"I told him that the most important thing is to be his friend. Hansi needs trust. It's clear he put that into practice, because things are working out and Hansi is doing a great job."

Barcelona holds a clause allowing them to terminate Szczesny's contract in the summer by paying compensation of approximately €2 million, which could impact their goalkeeping strategy.

I have a lot more experience and the level I've had since last season is much better. There are many things that have changed in football or in my personal life.

Bartomeu argues that if things had been handled correctly, 'it would have been perfectly possible to renew Leo Messi and sign players.' He believes the current board's claims about financial losses are exaggerated.