Watch the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona in the Champions League

Juan Carlos Unzue, former assistant coach of Barcelona, spoke about the highly anticipated match between the Catalan team and Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League.

In an interview with the newspaper Mundo Deportivo, Unzue said: "With my son Eitor on the coaching staff of Paris, and one of my best friends (Luis Enrique) everyone knows that I want PSG to win."

This statement reflects Unzue's tension and desire for victory, which underscores the passion and strong competition in football.

The former goalkeeper coach, who worked with Frank Rijkaard, Pep Guardiola, and Luis Enrique at Barcelona, added: "But if that doesn't happen, I will also be happy with Barcelona's success. I am very excited about this match."

This statement demonstrates Unzue's respect and loyalty to Barcelona, as he expresses his readiness to support his former team in their important match against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League, regardless of his personal relationships with members of the Parisian coaching staff.

Unzue clarified that qualifying for the UEFA Champions League semi-finals will not be determined solely by the result of the first-leg match in Paris. He pointed out that both teams follow a similar approach, which does not change based on the stadium. He also noted that Paris Saint-Germain seeks to play Barcelona in areas close to the Catalan team's goal, aiming to exploit the large spaces in counterattacks, which could be a challenge for Barcelona.

Unzue affirmed his optimism about seeing his son Eitor sitting on Barcelona's bench someday, expressing his love, pride, and interest in tactics since he was 15 years old. Regarding Mbappé, Unzue confirmed that he is a very talented player and a normal person off the field, praising his immense abilities, likening him to Ronaldo the phenomenon, and marveling at his speed and shooting skills on the field.

The expected lineup for Barcelona appears strong and balanced, as Xavi seeks to achieve victory in this important match against Paris Saint-Germain. The lineup seems to have some changes compared to previous matches, with players like Christensen and Gundogan in the midfield to enhance defensive and offensive stability. It is important for the team to be focused and organized on the field, and to capitalize on attacking opportunities to achieve victory and a positive result before the second leg.

Barcelona seems to be planning for the future and considering strengthening its attacking line after Robert Lewandowski's contract expires, which leads them to look into the market for a suitable replacement. The club's interest in Nico Williams reflects the desire to bolster their ranks with a young and talented player.

Given Williams' strength and capabilities as a player, he represents a strong addition to Barcelona, especially with his ability to shine in big matches as he did in the Copa del Rey final. The release clause in his contract seems to be a significant amount, but the club may be willing to pay it to acquire the talented player.

Williams will have the opportunity to join a big team like Barcelona, a chance for him to develop and shine in the future, which could be a strong incentive for him to join the Catalan team.