Marc Casado has become one of the great discoveries of Barcelona this season. The young player, who has taken on the role of the main pivot under Hansi Flick, has surprised everyone with his outstanding performances.
His ability to maintain balance in the middle of the pitch, along with his tactical intelligence and maturity despite his young age have earned him a permanent place in the starting lineup of the Catalan team. Flick is so pleased with Casado’s performances that he has closed the door on one of the most anticipated signings.
According to information from the Catalan newspaper “Sport,” the name of Joshua Kimmich has been mentioned frequently in recent months as a possible signing for Barcelona.
The German, whose contract with Bayern Munich has ended, is a player that Flick knows well and who could theoretically adapt perfectly to the Barcelona system.
However, the level that Marc Casado is showing has changed all plans. Joan Laporta, who was positively considering the arrival of a player of Kimmich’s stature, has made it clear: it is not necessary to spend millions when the solution is already at home.
Yesterday’s match between Barcelona and Bayern Munich was key to confirming this decision. Casado and Kimmich went head-to-head on the pitch, and the youth team player clearly excelled.
He was one of the best players in the match, dominating the midfield and neutralizing Kimmich in many phases of the game. This performance only confirmed what Flick had already suspected: Casado is ready to be Barcelona’s main pivot, and there is no need to bring in a player from outside to compete for his place.
With Marc Casado performing at this level, signing Kimmich has been ruled out. Flick agrees with Laporta’s decision and has full confidence in the young player to continue being a key piece in the team’s squad. The future of Barcelona seems to be in good hands, all thanks to the emergence of a young talent who has already earned the respect and trust of everyone at the club.