Fermín: 'The atmosphere will be tough but we have to go for it'

All set for Crvena Zvezda against FC Barcelona with Hansi Flick's team now in Belgrade where on Wednesday they will take on the Serbians in the Champions League with the objective of climbing further up the league table. The team is ready for the challenge according to Fermín López, who faced the press on Tuesday ahead of the game in the Rajko Mitic stadium. "It's true that we are coming into the game in great form, but Wednesday's game will be tough with a great atmosphere. Nevertheless, we will try to do what we have been doing to get the three points, which is what interests us," said the midfielder. 

"We will experience a difficult atmosphere and the fans will expect a lot and put a lot of pressure on us," continued Fermín, "we have to go out with a clear idea and do our job." 

"We are all in good form and whoever plays will do a good job. We have to continue the form we are in and if we can do that we will keep getting great results." 

Mister versatile 

Fermín was asked about his ability to play in different positions: "There are a lot players in midfield with a lot of quality, but competition is good and when the boss needs me I will give my all." 

The Barça man also had words for his new coach. "Since Flick has arrived, he has helped us a lot, given us confidence and a desire to play. We are a strong team and we are working really well and I think you can see that as we are getting great results. If we can continue like this I think we can do great things," revealed Fermín. 

New contract

Fermín recently signed a new contract to keep him at Barça until 2029. "I am really happy to remain at this great club. Last season it was unthinkable that I would be in this position so now it is time to repay the confidence that has been shown in me," said the Spanish international. 

Like many of the current squad, Fermín is a product of La Masia and the midfielder is proud of the fact. "We have a great group, a big family. We help each other and La Masia is very important for Barça. The young players are playing a big role and we are helping the team. It's obvious Barça have the best youth system in the world and you can see that when a player comes up to the first team and plays well, that helps us a lot," concluded Fermín.