> “I spoke with him yesterday; we were together all afternoon and also into the evening. I was with him this morning,” he told RNE.
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> “He wanted to stay; he’s completely dedicated to the national team. We have constant communication with the players, especially when they’re injured. I tried to reassure him; he was worried, he’s very young. This sport is extremely risky.
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> “There’s no conflict. Everyone has their own interests, which we need to understand, and they all lead to the same point. Everyone wants to have a good season, and our objectives are aligned; we have to understand that.
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> “We always work closely with the clubs, prioritizing health. But just as they play for their clubs, they have to play for the national team. I don’t know any player who doesn’t want to come to the national team; quite the opposite, they get angry when they’re not there. Just as I respect Barcelona’s decisions, I ask that mine be respected.”