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Flick Confirms January Transfer Needs at Barcelona
3 Jan
Summary
- Hansi Flick acknowledges Barcelona needs defensive reinforcement in January.
- Goalkeeper Joan Garcia is fully trusted to face his former team.
- Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo are fit for the upcoming Catalan derby.
Ahead of Barcelona's first official match of the year, a high-intensity Catalan derby against Espanyol, head coach Hansi Flick addressed the media. Flick acknowledged the challenging nature of the derby and expressed admiration for Espanyol's current success under Manolo Gonzalez. He stressed the need for his team to remain calm and play their best football.
Flick provided a positive update on player fitness, confirming that Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo are ready to play. He also voiced strong support for goalkeeper Joan Garcia, who will face his former club. Flick stated that Garcia is confident and has demonstrated his quality, solidifying his position as the team's number one.
Discussing potential January transfers, Flick admitted that reinforcements are needed, particularly in defense. However, he urged patience, emphasizing that any signing must make strategic sense for the club. He also commented on Ronald Araujo's recovery, indicating the decision on his return lies with the player, who is on the right track despite not being at 100% physically.
