Barcelona midfielder Pedri insists he's going to Olympics

Football
6 Jul 2021 • 8:24 AM MYT
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Barcelona midfielder Pedri says he'll be going to the Olympics with Spain.

Discussing the fact he'll have to play even more minutes in Japan, after a long club season and after a deep run in Euro 2020, Pedri isn't concerned and promised that he'd be ready to go for next season too.

"Luis de la Fuente spoke to me before announcing the list for the Olympic Games," he revealed during an appearance on Onda Cero's 'El Transistor'.

"I just love to play football and I'll be happy to keep playing.

"I do, though, understand Barcelona's point of view because I have played many matches. But, I want to tell Barcelona that I'll arrive well-rested."

Going on to discuss his standing in the Barcelona squad, he said that he is happy with how things are going at the Camp Nou and also that he hopes Lionel Messi renews.

"I feel valued and appreciated at Barcelona and I hope to be at the club for a long time," Pedri said.

"I hope Messi renews his contract and I'd like to have him as a teammate for another season. I hope he stays, but it's his decision."