This Season Has Marked Pedri's Rebirth. After several campaigns marked by injuries and physical ups and downs, the Canarian midfielder has regained his best form with Hansi Flick. His influence on Barça's game is total, becoming the engine of the team and the most decisive player in the scheme.
With his quality, vision of the game, and ability to find spaces, Pedri has excelled again and has established himself as one of the best footballers in the world. His importance in the team is reflected in the minutes played: he is the third player with the most minutes in the squad, only behind Koundé and Raphinha. His resilience and consistency have been key for Barça to compete at the highest level in La Liga and Champions League.
The Midfield Shines Again With Hansi Flick
One of the major changes with Flick's arrival has been the return of the midfield as the main axis of Barça's game. In recent years, the team had lost part of its identity, relying more on individualities than on the fluidity of associative play. However, this season Barça has once again become a team that dominates matches thanks to its talent in the midfield.
With Pedri, Gavi, De Jong, and Olmo, among others, Barça has regained a midfield that ranks among the best in Europe. The combination of talent, energy, and creativity has allowed the team to recover its essence. Pedri provides calm and vision, Gavi character and intensity, De Jong driving and balance, while Dani Olmo adds dynamism and arrival.
Pedri's Great Partner Could Leave
Despite the high level of the midfield, there is uncertainty about the future of one of its pillars: Frenkie de Jong. The Dutch midfielder is a key piece in Flick's scheme, but his continuity is not assured. His contract expires in 2026 and he has yet to reach a renewal agreement with the club.
Barça doesn't want to lose him for free and sees Frenkie as a possible sale that could relieve the wage bill and generate income for future signings. Although the player seems to want to continue, the lack of progress in his renewal makes his departure in the summer a real option. For Pedri, this would mean losing one of his best partners on the field, which could weaken the team's balance.
Liverpool Offers 40 Million
According to 'El Nacional', Liverpool is willing to offer up to 40 million to acquire Frenkie de Jong next summer market. The English club sees him as the ideal midfielder to strengthen its squad and provide quality in the construction of the game. Moreover, with the departure of key players in recent years, the Anfield team needs a new organizer capable of making a difference with Mac Allister.
Meanwhile, Barça seems willing to accept this figure to balance accounts and invest in new signings. If De Jong finally leaves, it will be a loss for the team, but the club trusts that the combination of Pedri, Gavi, and Olmo can maintain the level. The summer promises to be busy at Can Barça, and Frenkie de Jong's continuity will be one of the great unknowns.