Fermin: “The match against Olympiakos is very difficult”

Anything but clasico with the Real Sunday is on his mind from now on Fermin Lopez. Her young midfielder Barcelona at the press conference he showed that he treats Tuesday’s matchup with respect and attention Olympic for the Champions League.

“I think it will be a very difficult match. Obviously, it’s the Champions League and we’re coming off a loss against Paris Saint-Germain. We have to play a good game, keep our momentum and win. There have been a lot of injuries and we have to play with those who are available, who are very good players“, he emphasized and added: “We are not thinking beyond tomorrow’s match. It is a very important match. We are coming from a defeat against Paris Saint-Germain and we have to focus on tomorrow, play as well as we can and get back to winning ways».

As for his role in the team, he said: “I feel very good and I am ready to compete as long as necessary. I always felt like a very important player, both as a starter and as a substitute. I have to play when the coach decides and give my best. He asks me to push high, play simply and create chances. I try to do my best and I can play as a winger or attacking midfielder when the coach needs me. Two important games and a great week coming up. I don’t know if I’ll be a starter, because that’s the manager’s decision, but whatever happens to me, I’ll try to help the team and get the three points from both games».

Finally, he mentioned Lamin Yamal and the many comments made about his off-field life. “I have known Lamin since we were kids and he is the best player in the world. Everyone will talk about him and everyone will try to say something negative. He must remain calm. He is mature and we try to help him because he is very important. If he’s good, so will the team“, he said.