Quique Setién now talks as FC Barcelona boss. In the press conference during his presentation as Barça coach, the Cantabrian appeared delighted and emotional. With a smile on his face as he received the Barça shirt and with a tremble in his voice, Setién spoke his first words as the new boss, words that were well in tune with the Barça philosophy. We take a look at the highlights:
Grateful
“It's a very special day for me. First, I want to thank the institution for the opportunity it has given me. Secondly, to say I am enthusiastic and excited about the project."
Blaugrana philosophy
“Victory comes by playing well. The best way to win is to play good football and I want to maintain that for a long time."
“I have enjoyed Barça from the ouitside, on television. I have analysed Barça's style. I will add my touches and details."
“I love the Barça DNA”
Secure in his own ideas
“I can guarantee that my tam will play good football. I have shown that in the other teams I have been at."
La Masia
“Barça has an extraordinary youth system. I will look after the young players: when one comes up, it give the whole side energy. They will chances to be a real part of the first team."
Motivation
“I arrive with energy and I will try and get that across to the players. Normally it's not difficult for me. I hope to be a motivation."
“Every time that a new coach comes in, it is a stimulus for the squad. This I have sen in the first training session and I want to maintain that for the rest of the season."
The current squad
“The talent is there. I am an honest and direct person and I will try to make them work."
“They have made me enjoy football. Every day and every game."
Messi
“He is unique and special. I am not yet aware of what it means to coach the best player in the world and his team mates. Yesterday, I was sitting quietly at home and today I found myself at the Ciutat Esportiva."
Valverde
“I value the work he has done, he leaves me Barça in first place in the table. As such I want to thank him. A lot of things from his work will be good for us."
Source: FC Barcelona
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