Barcelona's preseason left several positive notes, especially among the young talents who are seeking a place in Hansi Flick's squad. Among them, one of the names that has excelled the most has been Dro, a player who has impressed both for his technical level and his maturity on the field.
The youth academy product has been one of the biggest surprises in the summer friendlies. With a standout performance against international opponents and consistent output in training sessions, many already saw him with one foot in the first team's dynamics. His versatility and commitment had even convinced the coaching staff.
However, the club has made a decision that remains surprising. Despite his good performance, Barça has decided that Dro will not continue in the professional squad. The young player will return to the reserve team, now under Pere Romeu's command, to play in the Segunda RFEF (Second RFEF) in search of minutes and continuity.
More time for him to grow
The coaching staff, led by Flick, believes that the footballer still needs time to keep developing. Although he has shown flashes of quality and personality this preseason, the club believes that the best thing for his growth is to gain experience. The idea is for him to play in a less demanding category before taking on greater responsibilities.
This move doesn't imply a loss of trust in the player; on the contrary. Barça has great hopes placed in him, and the return to Barça B is part of a long-term plan. The intention is for him to keep evolving without the pressure of having to perform from the very first minute in an environment as demanding as Barça's first team.
Minutes in the reserve team
Dro will train regularly with Flick's squad and will be one of the first alternatives in case of injuries or rotations. In addition, the fact that he will compete under Pere Romeu's orders, a coach who knows the club well and favors a style of soccer similar to the first team's, will make everything easier.
The player, meanwhile, has accepted the decision with professionalism and maturity, and he knows that his opportunity could come at any moment. The path to success at Barça requires patience and constant work.
Despite his temporary farewell to the first team, Dro remains one of the club's greatest prospects. Hansi Flick knows this and has him on the radar. Now, his challenge will be to prove, match by match in the Segunda RFEF (Second RFEF), that he is ready to make the definitive leap when the opportunity arises.