Sevilla player Daniel Carriço values the preseason

Daniel Carriço, one of the most influential players in the Seville locker room, valued the team's preseason in a press conference: "It is the third week of work and the sessions are intense to prepare for what is coming. The match against Barcelona is a title at stake and we are very excited about that final. We hope we can experience another celebration in the return to competition. We will play at our best, with intensity and trying to bring the Cup to Seville."

He looked at the squad: "The same thing happened as in previous seasons. The group remains together and the unity is here. Those who arrive know that they have to be part of this group. We have to maintain the work line and the unity, which is key to our successes."

Asked about Konoplyanka, he extinguished doubts: "He is very good, but here there are no stars, the team is the star. With the contribution of our fans, the team was the key. He will bring new things to us and we hope he adapts as soon as possible."

Unai is concerned about the center of the defense: "I feel good, there are new challenges and we are currently three central defenders. Nico is on the right path and will soon be with us enjoying football. I am focused on Sevilla, the last two campaigns were good and it is normal for other clubs to be interested in you, but I am very excited about this season."

Looking towards the Super Cup, the improvement is advancing: "Unai wants us to improve our level. New players have arrived who must adapt to the style of play we have. There are three more friendlies before that final and we will prepare ourselves in the best way."

Talking about the rivals, he was sincere: "The top teams have strengthened well, but so have we. We will fight until the last match to see how far we can go. The excitement is maximum."

It will be a special campaign due to the presence in the Champions League: "The Champions League has a higher level than the Europa League, we will take it step by step. We will see which teams we face and then we will compete."

Carriço believes that Barcelona will be at their best: "Barcelona has a high level and is the favorite, even though their big stars are not yet making their debut. But in one match, anything can happen."

Looking to the future personally: "One of my goals is to be a regular in the Portuguese national team, I have already achieved the mission of playing and now I want to stay there. I try to give everything and contribute what I have in my football."

Lastly, he referred to Casillas: "Casillas is talked about a lot in Portugal because he is a star in world football. It makes the people of our country very happy to have him there. High-level players always attract more people."