Hansi Flick is set to receive a significant four-player boost as Barcelona prepares for key upcoming matches against Sevilla, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid. The past month has been challenging for Flick, especially with limited options in midfield due to injuries to key players like Gavi, Fermin Lopez, Frenkie de Jong, and Dani Olmo. Despite these setbacks, Flick managed to secure crucial victories, though the lack of rotation took a toll during their match against Osasuna.
With Barcelona heading into the international break after a 3-0 victory over Alaves, the team sits comfortably at the top of La Liga and has recovered in the UEFA Champions League. However, the demanding fixtures against Real Madrid in La Liga and Bayern Munich in the Champions League will require the team to be at its peak.
The good news for Flick is that four key players are set to return after the break, starting with the match against Sevilla. Dani Olmo, who had an explosive start to his Barcelona career, is expected to feature in a limited capacity against Sevilla and be fully ready for the Bayern clash, providing a huge boost to Flick’s plans. Fermin Lopez is also set to make his return from injury, ensuring solid coverage in the attacking midfield role.
The most anticipated return, however, is that of Gavi, who is ready to make his comeback after recovering from an ACL injury. Gavi’s presence on the field will be a game-changer for Barcelona, bringing the energy and personality the team has been missing.
Finally, Wojciech Szczesny, after two more weeks of recovery, is expected to regain full fitness and reclaim his spot as Barcelona’s first-choice goalkeeper, offering more stability at the back over Inaki Pena.
These returning players will be crucial as Barcelona enters a pivotal phase of their season, with Flick aiming to maintain the team’s top form in both domestic and European competitions
