Statements by Pellegrini
 
“Getafe are only three points behind us, and so are a direct rival in the fight for Champions League positions.  They’ve had a pretty mixed season so far, but have won their last few matches and will be a difficult rival on the pitch.  We performed well against them in last year’s away game, so I hope we can repeat our success this time around.”
 
“Sergio is back to full fitness and I hope Nacho Monreal will return next week, not for the Champions match against Anderlecht though.  Julio is still in the final stages of his recovery, and as I said last week, I hope he can get back on the pitch before the end of the year.”

“Getafe have got some great players in the squad, and have been working with the same coach for a few years now.  As with every rival, they’ve got their strengths and weaknesses, which we’re hoping to overcome.”