Barcelona president Joan Laporta insists they're counting on Gerard Pique this season.
The veteran's preseason has been hit by injury amid claims Laporta has requested Pique scale back his off-field activities.
At today's signing presentation for Andreas Christensen, Laporta said: “He is clear that he wants to have a good season and he let me know that.
"The coach will assess from the technical point of view. He is very motivated and eager to have a great season.
"He is excited as captain to mentor the new."
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