Quique Setien has rejected Lionel Messi's claim that Barcelona were on course for more Champions League disappointment, while admitting there is plenty of room for improvement at the club.
"Messi's words I think have created a big debate," the ex-Betis coach explained to BeinSports.
"We are convinced that we can win the Champions League. We have to improve some things, but without a doubt we are convinced that the team has the potential to win the Champions League.
"We can win it. We are convinced we can win the Champions League, of course we can."
At a time when Barcelona have been closely linked to Lautaro Martinez, the Inter forward mooted as a possible heir to Luis Suarez at No.9, Setien signalled that the Uruguayan was on the road to recovery following a knee operation he underwent at the start of 2020.
"He is not completely recovered, but I think he is in good shape and he has been working with the squad for a few days," the coach added.
"We noticed he lacked a bit of confidence and form. When we start playing, we will see his preparations.
"We are very happy with the commitment and performance of the players since coming back, although right now we are concentrating above all on the physical side."
DarkKing2010
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Barcelona in the First Leg : - Barcelona Barcelona in the Second Leg : - Bottlelona 😂
jaazibshah
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Messi has the ability of winning literally any trophy even if it is with or without a team ... One of Oh My Goal's latest video has showed why Messi as Captain may not win the UCL as his last few years with Camp Nou. According to Oh my Goal they state that Messi cannot compete in UCL and try win it as they dont have that teamwork.... I am pretty sure this team can win and last season they came in the Semi Final
SH3012
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Messi Doesn't Need A UCL to Prove He Is The Best,He Already Proved It. He Only Needs An International Trophy To Make His Cabinet Completely Full.As A Madrid Fan and True Football Fan, I really wish for Messi To Win An International Trophy
DanRash10
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Be patient.... Champions league cup is coming to Camp Nou☺🔥🔥🔥🔥
DanRash10
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The earlier BARCELONA discover that MESSI cannot do it alone, the better for all of them