Rosell has been in London since Monday and has been able to see the players preparing for the final at Wembley. “They have recovered well psychologically. The end of the season has been tough, very tough. Now the score is set to zero” said Rosell.

On Thursday, the president spoke to ‘Tu diràs’ on Rac 1 and ‘El Club de la Mitjanit’ on Catalunya Ràdio, to explain how happy the team is feeling. “In this team they show what good team mates they are … It is like being with a group of friends, with the family, without stridencies and nothing said that is out of order. There is a good atmosphere, they’re always joking with each other”.

Completed objectives

Rosell obviously hopes the side can win, but regardless of Saturday’s result, he is still convinced that “it’s already an excellent season … this team’s future doesn’t depend on one match … We have played every game possible and the best way to play is the way they always have done, with dedication and valour”.

On a more personal note, the Barça president said “these are historic times for us and to experience them as a Barça fan, club member, board member, club employee … it is a source of pride to form part of this family”.