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Cancelo Opens Up on Future & Flick's Style
7 Apr
Summary
- Joao Cancelo discusses Barcelona's Champions League tie with Atletico Madrid.
- He praises teammate Lamine Yamal as one of the world's top three players.
- Cancelo reflects on working with Hansi Flick and his German pressing style.
FC Barcelona faces Atletico Madrid in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. On-loan defender Joao Cancelo anticipates an aggressive contest, drawing parallels to recent league encounters and stressing the importance of a positive result at Spotify Camp Nou.
Cancelo expressed his current focus on helping Barcelona achieve their goals, including success in the Champions League and La Liga. While acknowledging Barcelona's interest in a permanent transfer and his own desire to stay, he remained coy about his future, stating it is not the immediate priority.
The Portuguese international shared his positive experience working with Hansi Flick, noting the coach's personable approach and the dynamic, aggressive style he has implemented. He contrasted Flick's methods with Xavi Hernandez's, highlighting Flick's greater experience and distinct German pressing approach.
Furthermore, Cancelo offered high praise for his teammates, calling Lamine Yamal one of the world's top three most talented players and describing Gavi as the team's "heart and soul." He also acknowledged the impact of Raphinha's injury on the squad.
