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Valverde talks Paulinho, Samper, & Sergi Roberto ahead of El Clasico

Ernesto Valverde faced the press again on Tuesday and was peppered with questions about the squad as he prepares for the second leg of the Supercopa de Espana.

The futures of Sergi Samper, Sergio Roberto and Arda Turan were all on the agenda as well as new signing Paulinho. Here’s the best bits from his press conference...

Valverde on Paulinho

He's a very important player in the Brazilian national team and he's a starter in midfield. Physically he's strong, he can add a new perspective to our midfield and I think in that sense he will add to the team, he's a good acquisition.