Hans-Dieter Flick Is Having a Great Season with Barça, the blaugrana team is alive in all competitions, and part of this is due to the methods of the Bavarian strategist. Although the German coach is not entirely satisfied with the performance of one of the most experienced forwards on the squad. His level has been well below what was desired in the last season by the fans and the blaugrana coaching staff.
Despite His Commitment to the Club and His Positive Attitude in Training, the Numbers Don't Support Him. He Hasn't Scored Goals or Provided Assists for a Year, a very concerning statistic for a player who, in theory, was supposed to be an offensive reference. In fact, his participation has been so limited that he has played fewer minutes than Pau Víctor, a former reserve team forward.
Adding to this situation is a significant economic obstacle, his salary reaches 14 million euros gross annually, a figure that is not justified by his current contribution. This greatly complicates the search for an immediate solution, as few clubs are in a position to be able and willing to assume that salary or negotiate a transfer at zero cost.
The Jewel That Doesn't Rise
At Barça, there is particular concern about the fact that the forward has lost prominence in all competitions. Neither with Xavi Hernández nor with Flick has he managed to find his place in the team, in fact, he had to go to Brighton on loan and didn't return with good feelings. The lack of continuity, injuries, and the little confidence from the coaching staff have ultimately relegated him to the bench.
The situation seems irreversible. As of today, he is closer to leaving the club than continuing in Flick's project. Although the conversations with the sports management have been cordial, no definitive understanding has been reached about his future. The exit door is increasingly open, and the player already regrets staying in winter when Sevilla FC knocked on his door.
The 10 for Lamine Yamal?
A Possible Direct Consequence of His Departure Would Be the Release of the Number 10 Jersey. In the culé environment, there is already talk of the possibility that Lamine Yamal will inherit it, in a symbolic gesture of total confidence in his projection. The young winger, one of the club's great hopes, could become the direct heir to Leo Messi.
The Sports Management Is Aware That Retaining a Player with Such a High Salary and No Sporting Impact Can Generate Internal Tensions. The new stage with Flick is envisioned as a deep renewal of the locker room, where performance will be prioritized over name. The intention is to free up salary mass to be able to make other signings and secure young talents like Fermín, Cubarsí, or Lamine himself.
That's why the future of the current '10' is shaping up as one of the key files of the summer market. Everything points to the parties reaching a solution before the start of the preseason. The club wants to avoid a similar case to that of other footballers who left through the back door after disappointing seasons.