Enrique told me that he believes in me, says Sergi Roberto

Sergi Roberto was the first Barça player to speak at a press conference after the club's pre-season tour of America, stating that he is "happy with the chance to get more minutes" and admitted that playing right-back "is a new position for me, but if it means there are more opportunities to play it would be welcomed."

"Last year I would have wanted to get more minutes and this season seems different," confessed the Reus-born midfielder. "I am raring to play and to win more titles... next week we have two finals. Last season was very good, but now we have the opportunity to win two more titles and later the Club World Cup. To win six titles would be huge for the team."

With respect to his role within the team, the central midfielder explained that Luis Enrique "told me that he counts on me." "I had a conversation with the manager and he told me that this season I would have more chances in central midfield. I don't know where I will get more game time, in Xavi's role, as Arda can't play until January, which leaves possibilities. Or as the deep lying midfielder like last year, in order to give Sergio a rest. This year the opportunity has been presented to me to play as a full-back."