Barça faces the season with one of the most complete and talented midfield lines in Europe. With Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, and Dani Olmo as starters, Hansi Flick has found the perfect balance between control, creativity, and attacking the opponent's box.
Lack of minutes for others
However, not everything is good news in the blaugrana midfield. Players like Gavi and Marc Casado, despite their quality and commitment, are getting few minutes at the start of the season. The overcrowding in midfield, with up to seven footballers for just three positions, makes opportunities more difficult for the youngest players.
Gavi, who already proved to be key in previous seasons, and Casado, who is still trying to establish himself in the first team, could see their progress limited if the situation doesn't change soon. At Barça, they are aware that managing this excess of talent will be one of the most delicate tasks for Flick in the coming months.
Dani Olmo, displaced by Fermín
The situation also affects Dani Olmo, who in theory is an undisputed starter. Despite this, the player from Terrassa has seen how in the last two matches, the Joan Gamper and the first matchday of La Liga, it was Fermín who took his place.
The Andalusian has impressed with his performance and seems to have earned the coach's trust. For Dani Olmo, who is used to being a main protagonist, this direct competition could become a challenge that forces him to raise his level if he wants to regain his starting spot.
Fermín stays and competition intensifies
In this regard, Fermín's confirmation has surprised everyone. The midfielder, who had offers from half of Europe to leave this summer, announced during the Joan Gamper Trophy that he will stay at Barça. The news was received with joy by the fans, but for players like Gavi, Casado, or even Olmo, it's not exactly positive.
His continuity ensures that competition in midfield will be fierce throughout the season. With a Fermín in top form and with the full trust of the coaching staff, minutes for the rest of the midfielders will be reduced even further. Flick will have to be very precise to keep the entire squad motivated and prevent the excess of talent from becoming a problem.