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Daniel Murphy

Facundo Pellistri makes Manchester United target clear ahead of Barcelona tie

Facundo Pellistri has revealed Manchester United are aiming to win every trophy possible this season.

United have gone five-and-a-half-years without a trophy but Erik ten Hag has been determined to end the drought this season. They will have the opportunity to do so on February 26 when they take on Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.

But it's not the only silverware United could win. They remain in the title race as they're just five points off leaders Arsenal, are going strong in the FA Cup with West Ham next up in the fifth round and are still in the Europa League.

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The chances of claiming glory in Europe will be put to a significant test, though, as United must face Barcelona in a two-legged playoff to earn a spot in the last 16. It may be difficult against the La Liga leaders but Pellistri remains confident going into the match.

“We are playing for all the titles," he told United's in-house media. We want to win them all and the Europa League is one of them,” the Uruguayan added.

“We are going to be ready and prepared for the match. It’s a good stadium, against a good team, so it’s going to be an incredible match.”

Pellistri has played at the Nou Camp before during a loan spell at Alaves where he took part in an unlikely 1-1 draw. He's looking forward to returning to the iconic stadium.

“We are going to play an amazing team, one of the biggest clubs in the world. We have to be ready," he added. "I already know the Nou Camp. It’s a giant stadium, a lovely stadium. We are going there to get the win and we are ready to win that battle.”

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