Setien: I'm delighted with what I have but a new signing would be interesting Barcelona Spoke ahead of Leganes clash

Quique Setien is hoping to see a new arrival at Barcelona this January, even though he feels content with the squad that he has.

The recently appointed Blaugrana coach spoke ahead of his team's Copa del Rey match against Leganes.

"Controlling the game is our main objective," Setien explained in relation to the Leganes clash.

"We want to try to avoid getting hit on the counter-attack.

"We will take the initiative for the large part of the game.

"Like all games, it will not be easy because [Leganes] don't have much to lose.

"They will play calmly, while for us it is very important. We want to get through the tie and continue in the competition."

With Luis Suarez out for around four months, Barcelona are looking to buy a replacement striker and came close to signing Valencia's Rodrigo before negotiations broke down.

"I am delighted with what I have," Setien stated.

"[But] we can't deny that it would be interesting if another player could arrive.

"I depend on those who I have, and whoever may arrive is also welcome.

"If that doesn't happen, I will be delighted with what I have," he insisted.

"I come from the farm and I have gotten used to working with what I have.

"If a No.9 comes, he'll be welcome. This team is ready to compete in all fronts."

While they look to add a forward to their ranks, one has already departed with Carles Perez joining Roma.

"It was a mutual decision and really what I've discussed with the lad has been very clear," Setien said.

"The reality is that I don't usually talk about private conversations.

"It is what it is, I don't have much to say."

Asked if the job is more difficult than what he thought it would've been, Setien believes the opposite is true.

"I am finding it easier than I thought, because many things we have spoken about are being done," he revealed.

"Yesterday we had a spectacular training session - this morning I reviewed it and confirmed it.

"Obviously there are things to improve, but I am delighted to see the ability that these players have to understand things immediately.

"This is the normal process, and it will be seen [on the pitch]."

About his relationship with president Josep Maria Bartomeu, Setien spoke highly of his new boss.

"He has always given me a lot of confidence, and that he will give me time," Setien intimated.

"There are many things that I do not yet know, like the names of many people who work here.

"He told me to be calm and take my time because it is not easy to understand and assimilate - he has always given me a lot of confidence."

Setien wasn't keen to reveal too much about any incoming or outgoing players.

"I cannot guarantee [whether players will leave]." Setien noted.

"These are decisions that the club makes, understanding that it is best for everyone. Nobody will leave if they do not want to leave.

"Arturo Vidal? I usually talk to the players, but in this specific case, no."

Asked if he was focused on the short or long-term, Setien admitted that having more time to work with his players would've helped but knows that demands are high at Barcelona.

"It is true that having more time without the pressure of the results would be better," Setien concluded.

"We understand the difficulties to compete to the fullest and transmit the concepts you want to implement.

"We know that there are urgent needs at a club like this. There is a lot of work to do - a lot."