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LaLiga escapes Barcelona and the internal environment seems to be far from optimal between Quique Setién and Antoine Griezmann, the star reinforcement of last summer for which they paid more than 100 million euros and that since the return after the coronavirus pandemic has only played one full game.
This Tuesday in Barcelona’s draw against Atlético de Madrid, Griezmann was sent to the field in the 90th minute! The game was 2-2 from the 62nd minute, but Setién never turned to see the French striker despite having the urgency to win to avoid a break from Real Madrid at the top.
“Maybe it was not logical to put it at the last minute, but it was worse not to put it. I understand that you may feel bad, but I’m not going to offer you an apology, we will talk tomorrow (Wednesday), “said the coach arrived in January at the Catalan bench.
“As a coach I don’t feel discussed”, Setien added among the growing rumors that his time at Barça will last half a year and several names of possible successors are already being handled.
Guardiola’s return to Barcelona
Among the wave of versions surrounding Barcelona, the possible return of Pep Guardiola stands out, which according to the English press could lead the team with which he achieved absolutely everything a few years ago, including the Sextete, although Spanish media speak of his incorporation as president. sports and Xavi would be the coach.
Among the important decisions that Setién, Guardiola, Xavi or whoever arrives must make is the future of Antoine Griezmann, striker with a huge debt so far that has been miserable 14 goals in 41 matches of the calendar.
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