Joan Laporta and his board made a seismic shift in Barcelona’s management earlier this year, taking a bold step that caught many off guard.
The appointment of Hansi Flick as head coach represents a significant departure from the traditional ‘Barcelona way’ and marks a stark contrast to Xavi’s philosophy.
The German tactician only recently conducted his first training session as Barcelona’s coach. With several key players unavailable, Flick has a unique opportunity to closely evaluate some of the squad’s fringe players and rising talents.
Barcelona are in dire need of sales this summer, and players not yet guaranteed a spot in the first team undoubtedly take precedence as potential departures. The ongoing pre-season, however, provides a stage for them to stake a claim on a place in the manager’s plans.
Barça Universal brings you a list of five players who must step up and impress Flick this month to earn a place in the squad.
Ansu Fati
Time to step up for Ansu Fati. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)
Fresh from an underwhelming loan spell at Brighton & Hove Albion, Fati faces an uphill battle to reclaim his place in Barcelona’s first team.
The young forward has been working hard on his fitness and has come a considerable distance from his former injury-prone self. However, he is yet to rediscover his best form in the final third, and many believe he may never regain his former level.
With the Catalans looking for a promising new left-winger, Fati can perfectly fill that void in theory. The onus of proving that he still has it in him, however, rests solely on himself, and the next two weeks will be critical.
Noah Darvich
Set for an opportunity under Flick. (Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images for DFB)
Hansi Flick’s arrival at Barcelona has naturally sparked discussions about Noah Darvich’s potential ascent within the club. The German youngster stands to benefit significantly from the guidance of the former Bayern Munich manager.
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Author : Adithya Eshwarla
Publish date : 2024-07-15 19:00:00
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