Barcelona is working to bolster its squad before the summer transfer window ends, but financial difficulties are hindering their efforts. So far, the club has only completed one transfer: signing Spanish midfielder Dani Olmo from German club Leipzig, although he has yet to be registered.
According to journalist Gerard Romero, Barcelona’s coach Hans Flick requested Olmo due to concerns over Pedri’s injury history. Flick sees Olmo as a potential replacement for Pedri if he cannot maintain his fitness, signaling that Pedri needs to improve his physical condition or risk losing his spot in the lineup.
Flick is aware of Pedri’s chronic injury issues and believes relying solely on him is impractical. He wants to instill a sense of competition among the players, ensuring they recognize that their positions are not secure. Flick aims to motivate Pedri and others to stay fit and perform consistently.
Romero suggests that if Pedri does not overcome his injury problems and return to his best form, Olmo might start ahead of him next season. Flick’s new approach emphasizes performance over reputation, making it clear that no player’s position is guaranteed based solely on their name.