Luis Blanco: “Barça is the team to beat this season”

The Atlético Baleares coach spoke to the media ahead of the match against Alcoyano, corresponding to matchday seven. During the press conference, he shared his thoughts on their next opponent, the current league leaders, and this week’s training sessions in Inca. He also gave an update on Florin Andone’s fitness.

Barça Atlètic, “the team to beat”:

“I expected them to be where they are. A reserve team that starts like they have is hard to stop.”

“Right now, they’re the team to beat.”

On Alcoyano:

“They’re a strong candidate to be among the top teams.”

“They’ve completely changed their squad from last season. The adaptation period takes time, but they’ll demand a lot from us.”

“I expect a rival with real strength.”

Strikers’ fitness:

Jaume Tovar has trained normally: it was just a scare.”

“Head knocks need extra care.”

“He’ll be available this weekend.”

Florin Andone’s injury is the same as last week: we hope to have him back next week.”

“We’re fighting through the final stage of Andone’s recovery.”

Regarding training in Inca:

“It’s been inconvenient having to switch training grounds.”

“Tomorrow and Sunday we’ll be able to train at Estadio Balear.”

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