After a difficult start to the season, Marc Bernal has turned things around at Barcelona. During the first half of the season, he was almost forgotten under Hansi-Dieter Flick, and speculation about a possible departure in January began to mount. However, a wave of injuries in his position forced the club to retain him,a decision that has proven correct.
Bernal has fully recovered from the serious knee injury that sidelined him for nearly a year and a half, gradually regaining his form and becoming a regular starter. The limited opportunities he initially received, whether as a substitute or in less critical matches, helped him rebuild the coaching staff’s confidence and deliver impressive performances that delighted the fans.
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The absence of stars like Pedri and Gavi, combined with a modest contribution from Marc Casado, gave Bernal the chance to shine and prove himself as one of the most promising talents to emerge from Barcelona’s academy. He is now expected to be a regular starter in upcoming matches, following his outstanding performance against Levante, where he scored Barcelona’s first goal.
Hansi Flick exercised caution with Bernal at the beginning, preferring to integrate him gradually to avoid any setbacks. Today, however, the youngster appears to be in full physical and technical condition, ready to become one of the main pillars of Barcelona’s squad this season.
