A tense atmosphere has begun to permeate the Barcelona dressing room, as Hansi Flick faces an unexpected challenge from one of the team’s young players, who has not hesitated to remind him of the promises made last summer. What initially appeared to be a minor disagreement could escalate into a crisis that affects the stability of the entire squad.
The player in question is Marc Casadó, a promising midfielder who has impressed with his outstanding performances since the start of the season. Despite his brilliance, he has not received the playing time he expected, leading to a growing sense of injustice. With the 2026 World Cup approaching, Casadó aspires to secure a place in the Spanish national team, but the limited opportunities in the starting lineup have fueled his frustration and heightened tension in the dressing room.
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Competition for his position is fierce, with established players such as Fabián Ruiz, Martín Zubimendi, and Rodrigo Hernández vying for starting roles, making it extremely difficult for Casadó to secure sufficient playing time. Flick had promised him rotation, but injuries to other teammates prevented him from receiving the opportunities he anticipated. The coach instead chose to rely on other players, significantly reducing Casadó’s role within the team.
Statistics reflect the situation clearly: Casadó has participated in only 35% of the total playing time, indicating a decline in the coach’s confidence in him compared to last season. The player’s frustration reached its peak after the recent Spanish Super Cup match, when Flick refused to give him any minutes despite the team leading 4–0 at halftime, opting instead to bring on Marc Bernabéu.
According to the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, if there is no radical change in the coaching staff’s approach toward him, Camp Nou could witness one of the club’s most unexpected departures—an outcome that would represent a major blow both to the future of a promising talent and to the team’s ambition to maintain squad stability.
