Despite criticism after the draw that cost Barcelona the title, Bartomeu maintained that the Catalans will make the needed changes in time without negative repercussions. The Spanish President stated:
“Now comes a time for deep changes. Sunday will be a day of reflection and on Monday we'll meet and make decisions.”
Barca's President will be extremely busy during the upcoming transfer-window
Furthermore, Bartomeu added:
“I understand the disappointment of the socios […] We haven't achieved the objectives we set. But I'd also say that we have a very good team and in a season with many problems, we have kept fighting until the end.”
Bartomeu with his most important asset, football's undisputed King, Lionel Messi
Moreover, the Blaugrana President declared:
“Barca have very good young players who will give us a lot. This won't be a revolution, but a big renewal.”
Former star-midfielder, Gaizka Mendieta
Meanwhile, many protagonists of the football community voiced their doubts about Barca and the team’s future. Gaizka Mendieta said recently:
“I think they should have been trying to sort this a few seasons ago with [new] full-backs and a goalkeeper, knowing that Victor Valdes was not keen to renew his contract.”
Godin's header crushed Barcelona's dreams
The former Valencia player added:
“It’s going to be hard to replace one of the best Spanish coaches we have had in Pep Guardiola but also a bunch of players like Xavi, Iniesta, Messi, Valdes, Pique and Puyol.”
Atletico conquered the Camp Nou and the Spanish league title on Saturday
It will be a busy Summer for Barcelona.