Real Madrid returns to the scene after a week of conspiracies and conversations. Arbeloa took the opportunity to talk about both in the press conference before the match against Real Sociedad, as well as revealing the state of Mbappe and sending a message to Flick’s Barcelona.
Match against Real Sociedad
“They are unbeaten with the arrival of the new coach, also playing against Barca or Atleti. We are aware that we will have to give the maximum level.”
Mbappe
“He trained well, with the group and is available.”
Agreement between Real Madrid and UEFA
“The club has spoken in its statement. It’s very good for football.”
‘Untouchables’
“The eleven I field is the best for the match, then I have 15 more players. As a friend of mine says, the worst player here is as good as you. Everyone knows that opportunities come and they work very well. I’m very lucky and I like everyone to feel important.”
Your team’s game idea
“I imagine tomorrow’s game. If you asked me in five years I would say the same thing. There is room for improvement and I am happy about the training this week.”
Carvajal
“I see him like all his teammates. I like to talk to him and I take the opportunity to talk to everyone. I like to know what they feel and what they think. And what I think. He’s getting better and better. It’s normal for a player not to be happy if he doesn’t play as much as he wants. Everyone wants to feel important. If he has come to Madrid it is because they have been important and that is key. I encourage everyone to work and if you are not happy, you come to the grey sofa. But putting the collective before the individual.”
Reviews
“I’m new in this chair, but not at Real Madrid. Few things surprise me.”
Conversations with players
“I’ve had a lot of it, it’s what I like. It’s my way of working and how I understand my position. When I was a player, I liked to have that relationship with the coach. Now that I’m in this chair, I try to talk to everyone about everything, especially about football. The door is always open for everyone. They know where I am. Many times they come to me, other times I call them. That’s what really matters to me, rather than the specific leaks that may come from different environments. I’m focused on having a good relationship with all my players and the closer the better.”
Team dinner
“I like to see them together. It’s one of the things I’ve insisted on the most. Very happy, they have time to enjoy themselves. On Tuesday we had a great training session. From then on, I’m delighted that they have dinner together. I miss them from when I was a player. Cristiano used to come a lot.”
Barcelona’s match against Atletico
“I have nothing to say. Ask Flick’s Barca.”
Asencio and Huijsen
“Last Sunday we fielded a younger defence than three Primera RFEF teams. We have players with enormous potential. Players who should be in the Primera RFEF and are playing international football. They have a present and a future. It’s not easy to be a defender at Real Madrid. I see them more prepared and aware of the importance.”
Balance and wear
“I’m not here to take stock. I’m eating a lot, just in case. With energy. It’s a tremendous luck to be here and I will enjoy it until the last day.”
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