Hansi Flick arrived at Barça intending to bring the club back to the top, something he is achieving. With the help of great players like Lamine Yamal, Flick has built a highly competitive squad. Unfortunately, injuries are always just around the corner.
The overload of matches throughout the year is too much, and seeing injuries has already become normal. Hansi Flick won't be able to count on Lamine Yamal due to some discomfort caused during the break. Today, the coach spoke at a press conference and expressed his annoyance with Luis de la Fuente.
Lamine Yamal, out for tomorrow's match
Lamine Yamal has become a key piece for Barça, and his absence is especially significant. Although everything suggests that he doesn't have anything serious, he won't be available for the league match and is doubtful for the Champions League one. Hansi Flick is angry and has shown it during today's press conference.
Hansi Flick began by stating, "He had discomfort, he didn't train between matches with the national team and that's not taking care of the players," and continued with: "He went to the national team with discomfort, didn't train between matches, played many minutes, 73 and 79, in each match with discomfort. That's not being careful with the players."
Additionally, Hansi Flick added: "Spain have the best players in the world, in every position, taking care of the players isn't acting like this. I had a conversation with the coaches, but maybe my Spanish or my English isn't very good. We have several players there, but maybe communication should be better. I was on the other side and communication was always good."
Luis de la Fuente, responsible
It's clear that Luis de la Fuente is the one who has to ensure the safety and physical integrity of his footballers. Hansi Flick's anger is completely justified, especially when it comes to a key piece in his squad. Although de la Fuente hasn't spoken yet, he may do so.
Lamine Yamal has discomfort in his pubis and won't be able to play the next match. It's likely we'll see Bardghji in action in tomorrow's fixture. We'll have to keep a close eye on the coaches so we don't miss any possible updates.