Today, Barcelona face Osasuna in a crucial match in La Liga that could be key to the team’s continuation in the title race. In the midst of this confrontation, Hansi Flick finds himself facing a major dilemma: how to manage the rotation of players in a phase where matches are increasing, and physical fatigue is becoming evident.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper ‘‘El Nacional‘‘, among the important decisions that must be made, one related to Gavi stands out. This player, who has been one of the team’s stars in recent years, could cause trouble in the locker room if he is not in the starting lineup for tonight’s match.
Gavi has been one of Barcelona’s most prominent players in recent seasons, but his role has diminished in recent weeks. Injuries, in addition to the arrival of Dani Olmo, have caused the player to miss many important matches, negatively affecting his level. Gavi is a player with great ambition, and he needs to feel that he is an integral part of the starting lineup. If Flick decides to exclude him from the starting lineup for today’s match, especially in light of the expected rotation, it could cause further discomfort for this young player.
The arrival of Dani Olmo at Barcelona has been a strong addition. His speed and ability to adapt to Flick’s style have made him a key player in midfield. Thanks to his technical versatility and ability to get into the penalty area, Olmo has become a key part of the squad, marginalizing Gavi. Despite Olmo’s impressive performances, this has caused some tension with Gavi, who refuses to accept a substitute role without fighting for his place.
Flick is fully aware that his squad includes many stars, and managing the egos and expectations of each player is a difficult task. In the case of Gavi, the German coach knows that not starting him against Osasuna could lead to a deterioration in the atmosphere in the dressing room. In addition to being an important player on the pitch, Gavi is a leader within the team, and Flick cannot ignore his positive influence and enthusiasm.
In the coming weeks, Flick is expected to work on distributing playing time between Gavi and Olmo, ensuring the perfect balance between maintaining high performance and rotating the squad. It is clear that Barcelona will need both players to shine in the upcoming matches to continue competing for titles.