Pochettino hopes to have Sergio Ramos against Real Madrid

In a press conference this Friday, the coach of the PSGMauricio Pochettino, admitted that he hopes to count on Sergio Ramos for the duel against Real Madridfor the round of 16 of the Champions Leagueon Wednesday.

For the commander, the defender’s experience and his relationship with the Spanish team can be important for the decisive match.

“We will see in the next few days. He still hasn’t returned to training with the group. But his experience is important after 17 years at Real Madrid. He can give good advice to his teammates, playing or not. The contribution of injured and suspended players is important. In this type of game, every detail is important,” he stated.

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Sergio Ramos has not yet been able to show his best level at PSG due to a calf injury. For the French club, the defender only played in five matches this season.

The Spanish player has been doing individual work and returned to running on the pitch 48 hours ago, according to a medical report released by the club on Friday.

Even living the expectation for the big game against Real Madrid, Pochettino guaranteed that the club’s focus is on the match against Nice, this Saturday, at 17h (GMT), for the French Championshipout of home.

“We have to respect the French League and Nice. We have to win the game, be motivated and focused to avoid problems such as cards or injuries. The best way to prepare for the Champions League is to play a good game tomorrow”, said the Argentine coach.

After the commitment to the national league, PSG travels to Spain to face Real Madrid, on Wednesday, also at 17:00, to try to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League. In the first leg, the French team won 1-0, with a goal from Mbappé.