Hansi Flick has been in charge of Barça for a year now, and this whole time has been really good for the Culers. Those from the Catalan capital were coming off a rough period, but they managed to leave it behind with great results. With good planning and footballers committed to the project, it's clear that anything is possible.
Barça has gone through an economic crisis and is still recovering, but Hansi Flick is already starting to count on new signings. Even so, La Masia always prevails in the Catalan team and has been proving itself for many years. After an injury, Flick has made a decision and a gem from the academy will still have to wait for his moment to come.
Hansi Flick's Barça
Hansi Flick's Barça works like a well-oiled machine, and the play style he proposes is truly interesting. He has managed to keep the club's DNA while adapting it to a more direct play style. Although it may seem simple, these are two styles that are practically opposite, so it is quite an achievement.
Deco and Laporta bet on Hansi Flick during one of the club's worst moments, something that was very risky. Fortunately, the German found the right formula and great results came quickly. Unfortunately, there are always setbacks; in this case, injuries, which are always the order of the day.
At the moment, Alejandro Balde, Barça's star left-back, is out due to a muscle problem. In his place, Gerard Martín is starting and will be in charge of covering that position regularly. Gerard's starting role has left Jofre Torrents, another of La Masia's great stars, out of the line-up.
Jofre Torrents and his impact
Jofre Torrents has a lot of quality and has already spent some time with the first team. Although we've been able to see a bit of him at certain moments, he hasn't managed to secure a spot in the starting eleven yet. Even so, this is normal; we must keep in mind that he has just been promoted to the first team.
Hansi Flick doesn't usually change his approach, so it's expected that Gerard Martín will occupy the position throughout Alejandro Balde's injury. Although it's unlikely that Jofre Torrents will take Gerard Martín's spot, we'll have to keep a close eye on Barça so we don't miss any updates.