Memphis Depay's absence was bad news for Barcelona's morning training session. The Dutch striker had to do specifics and Xavi spoke about his situation in the pre-match press conference against Athletic Bilbao in the cup.
He explained that "Memphis has some slight discomfort, he suffered a little, and tomorrow we will decide his position." If the Dutchman does not enter the list last, Xavi will miss the opportunity to get the '9' position in attack."
On this issue, he did not clarify who would be the primary striker, but revealed the options he was considering: “Ansu, Gutgla, even Ferran Torres can play ... We are looking for a player who will give us movement without the ball.
Xavi also referred to Braithwaite's situation, which he did not rule out from entering the list, which will finally appear tomorrow, Thursday morning: "We'll see tomorrow. He's another player for the team, who can get minutes. He is very professional and his recovery time from his injury is over. He is a great professional and a winner. Another player will be available.
On Ferran Torres, one of the strikers aiming to start at San Mamés, he highlighted his form in training this week. “It has gone very well for him. Perhaps he lacked the rhythm of competition. This week has been very positive, he has recovered 100% from his injury and tomorrow will be important.”
He was more careful with Ansu Fati, who said he still needed the shoot to be one hundred percent. Fati hasn't played longer than Pedri, but he's almost 100% healthy. Getting them back is essential, they are the two most balanced players now and in the future.”
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