He has gotten enough attacking talent now. No excuse to continue to hang around outside the top 4.
Think getting top 4 in La Liga is the easier route than winning the EL.
However, winning the EL gives us the best possible outcome in every angle from this point on.
Does 4th place team still play the UCL qualifier?
No, 4th qualify directly to the CL group stage.
However, winning the EL gives the winner a spot in Pot 1 in the CL group stage draw. Plus, you get to win an official trophy as well.
Almost forgot.