Deco

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Barcelona are thought to be keen to strengthen defensively, although Deco also admitted Eric Garcia is close to renewing his contract: “Yes, he will renew. Details remain to be finalized.”

Deco was also asked about Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s future, with the goalkeeper expected to move on, but was pretty coy on what may happen next.

”Tthe first thing is that he is cleared and can be called up with the team,” he added.

“Ter Stegen must recover and when he is available the coach will decide. He will return with the intention of playing and can be first, second or third goalkeeper. That will be seen. He has a contract with Barça and that’s what is clearer.”

 

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here’s been talk of Barca potentially signing a defender but Deco says that he doesn’t think Hansi Flick’s squad neeeds reinforcements.

“Renewals were the priority. Consolidating the team for the coming years. Injuries are a factor, but we’ve been overcoming them. It’s very difficult for the winter transfer
window to work well,” he told Què T’hi Jugues.

“We’re not in a bad position to make decisions in January. I don’t think it’s necessary to bring anyone in. Nor do I think anyone needs to leave.”

The Catalans also continue to be linked with strikers, but Deco says no decisions have been made about attacking players.

“I understand the speculation. There will always be some at Barcelona. But now is not the time to talk about signings,” he added.

“We shouldn’t be obsessed with the center forward. Lewandowski has given us a lot and can still give us more. We haven’t discussed a possible contract renewal.

“[Rashford] It’s not decided yet. It’s not the right time to address this. We’re happy with him; he’s giving us a lot. We have time to decide.”

 

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Now why he is even speaking to the media is the right question to ask.

Considering how toxic Catalan media are, it isn't bad to throw them a bone "interview " every now and then.

Annoying for the fans, though