The Catalans' new coach was introduced at a festive press conference, adding: "My goal is to win everything you can win" • On Messi: "I've enjoyed watching him on TV for the past 12-14 years, every game he saves the team."

• Stein with Avidel and Bethmayo, tonight in Barcelona

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Less than 24 hours since the official announcement of his appointment as Barcelona coach, Kika Stein was introduced Tuesday as the Catalans' coach at a festive press conference, which was also attended by club president Joseph Barthomeo and professional manager Eric Avidel.

Stein said in the MSA about the exciting appointment for him: "I have a good relationship with Valverde, I appreciate the work he did and his way and principles. I will try to talk to him because there are many things he has done that can help us. Everyone brings his own way And I want to thank him for leaving me a team that was in first place in the league. During those months when I was waiting for the opportunity, I thought I would get a team with a negative streak.

Stein today in the MASA // Photo: IP

Barca's new head coach added: “My ideas are very clear and it's hard to convince me to take action against things I'm sure of. I will die with my way, Barcelona will continue on its way and improve as much as possible. My goal is to win whatever you can, the best way to get a win is to play well. In my wildest dreams I never imagined being here, yesterday I woke up and passed by cows in my village and now here I coach the best team in the world. "

About Leo Messi: “I have enjoyed watching him on TV for the past 12-14 years, every game he saves the team and it is satisfying to see it. We talked, our relationship would be good. I haven't met coaches with the same character yet, I don't know if my path is the best but I'm convinced about it. "

Barthomeo with Stein, tonight // Photo: IP

Even before Stein, President Barthomeo spoke: “In a group like Barca, there are always difficulties, but also satisfying moments. It's a pleasure for us that you're here, we know Kika's playing method and agree with her. I would also like to thank Valverde for all he has done with us, I thank him for those two and a half years in which he has made us all better. We knew that at the current team dynamics were not the best even though the results were fine, we knew it needed to be improved and we talked to Valverde, we made the change now in the middle of the season because we needed a vigor shot. Now we hope to regain momentum to win the league, the trophy and the Champions League. In recent months we have talked to other coaches about the future, it is our duty. "