I'm very happy. We knew how important these three points were, especially as this match came after the international break. It's difficult to manage because we had a lot of players involved, most of them had travelled and played matches. It was the moment to win these three points.
AC Milan are also considering a potential signing and are closely monitoring Kerim Alajbegovic, a young Bosnian talent born in 2007 from Salzburg, on whom Bayer Leverkusen have already exercised their buy-back option.
I think everyone knows that I can play in different roles and that I give my all wherever I play. This season I've played a few times as a striker or in midfield, but wherever I play I'll try to help create or score goals. I'm happy to do so.
I'm happy with Marcus, he plays well. The last few weeks he's had problems, he's been injured, so it's an opportunity for him. There are other options, Fermín, Gavi. I'm happy that Gavi is at a great level.
"It's really frustrating when one of your best players gets injured in a friendly," he told Mon Esport. "You can't shift the blame onto the player because he's a professional, and he plays for his country and is obligated to give his all."
Eric Garcia has established himself as one of Barcelona's key players, demonstrating excellent form throughout the season, making himself an 'omnipresent' figure in Flick's Barcelona.