Deco breaks down Barcelona defensive issues and recent improvements: ‘We have made right decisions’
Barcelona sporting director Deco has offered a rare and detailed insight into the club’s current direction, shedding light on tactical decisions, defensive concerns, and the long-term project under ...
Deco breaks down Barcelona defensive issues and recent improvements: ‘We have made right decisions’ Barcelona sporting director Deco has offered a rare and detailed insight into the club’s current direction , shedding light on tactical decisions, defensive concerns, and the long-term project under Joan Laporta. Speaking in an in-depth interview with Globoesporte (h/t SPORT ), the former midfielder addressed one of the most discussed topics around Barcelona this season – the team’s defensive record in Europe. Barcelona have conceded in every Champions League match this campaign, raising questions about their defensive solidity.
However, Deco was quick to shift the focus away from individuals and towards the team’s overall structure. “The defensive problem isn’t down to a single player, but to the team’s philosophy. Our manager has an aggressive, high-pressing game plan.
“When the intensity and ability to press, to play aggressively, drops, you can’t be as effective. “This ends up affecting the spaces behind the defence, but the team has improved a great deal in that regard,” he began saying. Progress despite difficult period Deco also highlighted the strong mentality shown by the squad during a challenging phase of the season.
Rather than focusing solely on results, he emphasised the growth of the team and the club’s direction under Laporta. “These last two months have been difficult, but we have managed to keep the team afloat. “Laporta won; he has another five years in office to consolidate the project underway.