Speaking on how it feels upon returning to training with the first-team, the Barcelona player began by saying that it has been a good experience so far and they as a group are looking forward to getting back to work in full flow.

The Barcelona academy product also spoke about how the club’s fitness coaches have helped the players keep fit both physically and mentally by training at their respective homes. Roberto further revealed that their training sessions at the ground are organised in smaller groups and often do individual exercises, some with and some without the ball.

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Barcelona strictly following safety measures

Given that there are a host of safety measures to be followed strictly upon the resumption of training, they have now become an integral part of the players’ training routines. Speaking on these measures, Roberto continued,

The Barcelona utility man added,

La Liga president Javier Tebas confirmed that the officials are attempting to restart the season my mid-June, which could see the likes of Barcelona and Real Madrid back in action earlier than expected. The major con, however, is the fact that they will have to do play games in empty stadiums due to the virus outbreak.

Speaking on the prospect of playing behind closed doors, Roberto commented that it would be a ‘strange’ experience while also being assured that Barcelona fans all across the globe will cheer them on from their homes. He said,

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Lastly, the Barcelona man spared a few important words to thank the healthcare and essential workers for all their effort during such difficult situations.

Barcelona will look to defend their La Liga title as rivals Real Madrid as Zinedine Zidane & co are hot on their trails as they’re just two points behind.

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