Simeone expressed his anticipation for potential new signings during his press conference, saying: "As is often the case at the end of the transfer window, we have to wait until the last day. Anything can happen, whether it's new players arriving or existing ones leaving."

He emphasized that the team is prepared for the possibility of changes, stating: "We're always ready and with the tension of the last few days."

Regarding their recent poor performance in the previous two matches, Simeone acknowledged the need for improvement, saying: "Anything less than scoring points isn't positive, especially for a team in our position."

He advised his team to remain composed and focused, saying: "We need to be calm and approach the match with the necessary composure."