The transfer market is nearing its conclusion and Barça is still managing key operations within its squad. Amid departures, pending registrations, and unexpected proposals, one name has emerged strongly in recent hours. This is a footballer who, despite his importance, has lost prominence at the start of the season.
The player in question doesn't hide his disappointment with the secondary role he is having under Hansi Flick. After recovering from a serious injury, he trusted he would immediately regain his prominence. However, technical decisions have relegated him to a secondary role that has led him to seriously consider his future.
Hansi Flick | @FCBarcelona
The context of the controversy
With Iñigo Martínez's move to Saudi soccer, it seemed this defender would have a clear path. His experience and composure made him the ideal partner for Pau Cubarsí in the defensive axis. However, Flick has preferred to rely on Ronald Araújo, reducing his opportunities to sporadic appearances from the bench.
The situation has surprised many inside the locker room, who expected to see him established after his recovery. The footballer, hurt by the lack of trust, has started to listen to market proposals. Among them, a call from Italy has opened a completely unexpected scenario.
AC Milan has contacted his camp offering a leading role and a more beneficial contract. In addition, it would be willing to pay up to thirty million euros (30,000,000 €) in fixed and variable amounts. This is a figure that Barça values, although it also raises doubts given the timing of the season.
Iñigo Martínez celebrating the Copa del Rey | @inigomartinez
Flick admits his mistake
Aware of the discontent, Flick has taken the initiative and has personally met with the footballer. The German coach has admitted that he has not given him the minutes he deserves at the start of the season. He has expressed his regret, assuring him that he will have an important role in the coming weeks.
Sources in the locker room indicate that Flick even apologized publicly in the presence of several teammates. The message was clear: he needs him and doesn't want him to consider an early departure. In private, he would have promised him more prominence and the trust he has not had until now.
The board, meanwhile, is also aware of the situation and doesn't want to lose any players. Joan Laporta and Deco believe that letting him leave now would weaken an already thin area of the squad. For this reason, they support Flick's stance to keep him and avoid a transfer in this same window.
Hansi Flick | @FCBarcelona
Milan and United's interest
Meanwhile, in Italy, they are still closely following the evolution of this case. AC Milan needs to strengthen its defense and considers the player a strategic addition. His profile fits perfectly in Serie A, where defensive solidity is an essential requirement.
The Rossoneri club is pushing with an attractive financial proposal and a long-term contract. But in Barcelona, they trust Flick's apologies and the board's support will change the course. The final decision, however, will be up to the footballer himself in the coming hours.
The fans, meanwhile, are divided. Some understand his discontent, but many believe his continuity is essential. The general feeling is that losing him would be a mistake that would be difficult to justify from a sporting perspective.
Christensen with Barça | @FCBarcelona
The footballer who has received Flick's apologies is none other than Andreas Christensen. The Danish center-back, tempted by AC Milan, has seen the German coach reverse his decisions. Now he must decide whether to accept the promise of prominence or opt for a new adventure.
The outcome is very close and will shape Barça's immediate future in defense. Christensen has a contract offer from Italy on the table, but also Flick's guarantee of being important. Camp Nou is anxiously awaiting a decision that could completely change the season's planning.
