Speculation has arisen in recent months about Barcelona's search for a new striker. Robert Lewandowski is currently the undisputed number nine, but considering he's now 36, he doesn't have many years left in the tank.
Barcelona could sign a successor next summer, although that will depend on whether Lewandowski can continue the exemplary form he has shown this season. Hansi Flick spoke about the issue on Tuesday, according to MD.
“Football is unpredictable. He is in excellent physical condition, but we have to take care of him. We do what our physical trainer tells us. We need Robert and he needs the team. A player does not win alone. We are both enjoying this relationship, he is a player with a lot of quality and so is the team. The benefit is mutual.”
Flick also commented on the return of Ronald Araujo, who is part of Barcelona's matchday squad for the first time this season.
“We are happy that Ronald can be with us. It's good to have him now, he has a lot of strength, he motivates his teammates and even me because of his great winning mentality. We'll see tomorrow how the game develops. He is supposed to play, but I can't say if that will be tomorrow or this weekend.”
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