Barcelona supervisor Hansi Flick confirmed on Monday that highly-rated younger ahead Lamine Yamal will miss Tuesday’s Champions League match in opposition to Brest attributable to ankle ache. Nonetheless, Flick expressed optimism that Yamal could be accessible for Saturday‘s La Liga recreation in opposition to Las Palmas, doubtlessly beginning on the bench.
Whereas downplaying any main issues, Flick acknowledged Yamal’s significance to the group, stating that his absence means the group might be lacking “that further spark.” He elaborated on Yamal’s distinctive contribution: “He has particular high quality in controlling the ball but additionally makes the opponent give us more room…I hope that is the final recreation he misses.”
Flick reported that Yamal had a very good coaching session on Monday however the membership might want to wait and see how he progresses earlier than confirming his availability for Saturday’s recreation.
Flick anticipates the return of Èric Garcia, and doubtlessly Ferran Torres, from damage, though Alejandro Balde will even be absentdue to muscular issues. The absence of Balde will result in a battle between Gerard Martín and Héctor Fort for the beginning left-back place.
With Yamal out, Dani Olmo is more likely to function in assault, with the membership prioritizing an entire restoration for Yamal to keep away from risking a extra critical damage. Yamal didn’t prepare with the squad on Monday and is anticipated to rejoin full coaching by Thursday, pending his restoration.
Flick calls for increased depth and improved efficiency
Flick expressed his disappointment following latest attracts in opposition to Celta Vigo and a loss in San Sebastián, the place Barcelona failed to fulfill expectations. Forward of the essential Champions League match in opposition to Brest, he demanded a major enchancment from his gamers.
He emphasised the necessity for increased depth and a discount in errors: “If we decrease the depth, nevertheless little, it exhibits on the sphere, and we are able to lose matches.” He harassed the match in opposition to Brest, an undefeated group within the Champions League to date, is “indispensable” for regaining momentum and confidence.
Flick was clear that the latest performances weren’t attributable to bodily health points, however moderately errors each with and with out the ball. He’s satisfied that his squad possesses the expertise to win in opposition to Brest and harassed the significance of enchancment. He said that “The gamers know the place they should enhance.”
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