The summer transfer window doesn't just bring news about high-profile signings or major deals. There are also moves that affect young prospects in Spanish soccer. One of these cases is shaking up the latest news at Barcelona, and it features a youth academy player who seemed to have everything needed to succeed at the club: Dani Rodríguez.
The young talent, who made his debut with the first team during preseason under Hansi Flick's management, is going through one of his most difficult moments as a Barcelona player. Although he was one of the surprises in the July friendlies, his situation has taken a dramatic turn in just a few weeks. According to sources close to the locker room, Dani is deeply disappointed with the German coach.
The break reportedly happened after a series of decisions by the coach that the player didn't receive well. Flick has stopped including him in first-team training sessions and hasn't even kept him in the reserve team's plans. This has caused tremendous anger in the youth player, who is now seriously considering leaving the club this summer.
A talent without opportunities
Dani Rodríguez, 19 years old, was one of the footballers most highly rated by Barcelona's sporting management. Last season, he got minutes with Barça Atlètic and was even seen as a possible alternative for the first team's midfield. His technique, vision, and personality on the field had earned him the respect of many within the club.
However, with Flick's arrival on the bench, his role has gradually disappeared. Dani made his LaLiga debut in Valladolid, against the blanquivioleta team, and since then, he has been completely removed from the media and sporting spotlight. This snub has affected the player's morale, as he didn't expect to be left out of the plans so soon.
Betrayal of Barça
Those close to him confirm that he feels betrayed, although his contract ties him to the club, he is already considering options outside FC Barcelona. Teams from LaLiga Hypermotion and some foreign clubs have inquired about his situation. If the situation doesn't change in the coming days, Dani would be willing to force an immediate exit.
La Masia remains one of the essential pillarsof the blaugrana project, but some episodes like this once again cast doubt on the management of young talent at the club. Hansi Flick, who arrived to usher in a new era, is already starting to generate internal tensions.
The Dani Rodríguez case could be the first of several unexpected moves in Barça's youth academy. His departure would be a major loss for the sporting structure. All of this, because of anger that seems irreversible.