With the repercussions of Barcelona’s Champions League exit still lingering, the team has no choice but to focus on Sunday’s clash with Real Madrid, a crucial moment in determining the fate of La Liga.
A Barcelona victory would put them within striking distance of the title, needing only two more points to secure it with three matches remaining. Even a draw would be acceptable, as it would require the Catalan team to collect five points from the remaining nine. A loss, however, would keep the title race wide open.
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According to information from inside the dressing room, as reported by Spanish newspaper El Nacional, most of the players seem eager to bounce back from the disappointment in Milan. Their posts on social media show that the defeat was painful but not demoralizing, and that they are fully prepared to face Real Madrid.
However, commitment is not equal among all players. Some no longer feel part of the team and express dissatisfaction with Flick. This feeling undermines their ability to celebrate Barcelona’s achievements this season and distracts them from the challenges ahead. Among these players are Ansu Fati and Pablo Torre, who are experiencing deep disappointment.
It is interesting that some players, despite their diminished role, do not intend to leave the club. Ansu Fati, for example, is fully aware that he is not in Flick’s plans, yet he is clinging to his lucrative contract despite his limited contributions to the team. Barcelona’s management is pushing for his departure, but he shows no intention of leaving, at least until the end of his contract.
Pablo Torre’s situation is different. The young midfielder has greater ambitions and does not accept continuing as a backup option. He has made it clear that if he is not guaranteed a more prominent role next season, he will seek opportunities outside the club. His priority is to go on loan while remaining at Barcelona, but he is open to a permanent transfer if no other option arises. He has informed his teammates that the upcoming El Clásico could be his last match in a Barcelona shirt.
