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Talking in an interview with Telemundo Deportes (h/t Mundo Deportivo), Atletico Madrid supervisor Diego Simeone heaped reward on Hansi Flick’s Barcelona crew, claiming that he enjoys watching how they play.
The Argentine tactician named the Blaugrana as one of many three groups he loves to look at, alongside Serie A champions Inter Milan and Premier League title-holders Manchester Metropolis.
Simeone impressed with Flick’s Barcelona
Barça have made some notable modifications to the best way they often play since Flick took over the reins of the crew through the summer time, succeeding membership legend Xavi Hernandez.
And, the fashion of play, with the high-intensity urgent and a really excessive backline, have seemingly made a giant impression on Atletico Madrid boss Simeone.
“I actually like, I like lots, Barcelona, for the best way they’re taking part in. I don’t know if they’ll handle to maintain this stage, with a excessive press, leaving house behind to defend, however they’ve younger gamers, and Flick has caught them at an excellent second,” stated Simeone.
Hansi Flick’s Barcelona have caught Simeone’s eye. (Photograph by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Pictures)
The Atletico Madrid supervisor additionally highlighted the terrific type showcased by Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, who’s main the race for the Pichichi Trophy, saying:
“They’ve Lewandowski, who’s having an unimaginable season to date.”
Persevering with to rave in regards to the fashion of play employed by the present La Liga leaders, Simeone added:
“The soccer they’re exhibiting is the kind you get pleasure from watching, it’s stunning. Breaks, stress, house behind, one-on-one duels… They do it rather well.”
Simeone’s feedback come as a praise to Barcelona’s revival underneath Flick, notably highlighting the crew’s aggressive urgent and dynamic offensive play.
It has seen the Catalans re-establish themselves as a drive to be reckoned with in Europe whereas they’re additionally sitting atop the La Liga standings.
Barcelona will lock horns with Atletico Madrid subsequent week of their last sport earlier than the Christmas break.
