There is total consensus at FC Barcelona: Hansi Flick fully trusts one of La Masia's gems. The German coach has been fascinated by his talent and believes that he is the best footballer of his generation. So much so that he has already decided to give him his first minutes with the first team.
The news has caused excitement among the culé community, who are always alert to the prospects emerging from the academy. The player, who has been standing out in the youth categories for some time, has convinced the coaching staff thanks to his vision of the game and personality. However, the club wants to proceed calmly and work on a very specific aspect.
Hansi Flick | @FCBarcelona
A specific plan to adapt him to the elite
Barça has designed a personalized physical plan so the footballer can adapt to the demands of LaLiga. Internal reports agree that his quality is indisputable, but he needs to improve his strength and endurance. The intention is for him to complete parallel work that will allow him to face the physical challenges of the elite.
This is not an isolated case at the club. Players like Pedri or Lamine Yamal also had to strengthen their physical preparation when they made the leap to the first team. The idea is to protect the young talent from possible injuries and ensure that his performance doesn't decline with the packed schedule.
Hansi Flick has fully supported this strategy. The coach believes that, with this physical reinforcement, the player can become a key piece. Unlike other cases, he doesn't want to wait too long to give him a leading role.
Lamine Yamal in the mixed zone | @ChampionsLeague
The talent that has captivated Flick
From the first training session he shared with the first team, the youngster showed he had something special. His technical skills, tactical intelligence, and ease of linking up immediately caught the coaching staff's attention. Flick quickly told his assistants that he was a different kind of footballer.
In matches with Juvenil A, he had already shown a dominant profile, with influence in the attacking play. In addition, his ability to adapt to different midfield positions has been key for the club to consider him versatile. At Can Barça, they describe him as a natural talent, with a maturity rarely seen at his age.
The scouts' reports also reinforce this idea. They point out that he has vision for the future, a competitive character, and a great ability to take on responsibilities in important moments. All this makes him an ideal candidate to make the leap to the first team soon.
Hansi Flick | @FCBarcelona
The great opportunity to make his debut
The September and October schedule, with LaLiga and Champions matches, offers perfect scenarios to give him his first minutes. Flick wants to integrate him gradually, in matches where the team has the score under control. He is convinced that the best way to grow is with real playing time.
The locker room has welcomed his presence naturally. Teammates like Pedri or Fermín López have supported him, recalling that they also went through a similar process. The coach's trust and the group's support will be decisive in his adaptation.
Dro is making a strong impression | @drofdezz
The footballer who has captivated Flick is Pedro Fernández "Dro", an attacking midfielder born in Nigrán in 2008. At 17 years old, he is already considered one of La Masia's greatest prospects. Barça will impose a specific physical plan to boost his strength, but everything indicates that he will make his debut very soon.
The German coach is clear: Pedro Fernández is the best of his entire generation and is already ready to shine at Camp Nou.
