Following Barcelona’s impressive 4-1 victory over Bayern Munich, the German coach sees little need to alter his system but is contemplating a strategic tweak to catch Real Madrid off guard.
Barcelona heads into tonight’s match at the top of La Liga, boasting 27 points from 10 games, three points ahead of Real Madrid. A win tonight would significantly boost the Catalan team’s confidence in the league.
According to the Spanish newspaper “El Nacional,” Flick has a secret weapon for the clash against Carlo Ancelotti’s side: Dani Olmo. The Spanish midfielder, recently recovered from an injury that sidelined him for weeks, had some minutes against Bayern and showed good form.
Flick, who relied on Olmo in key matches prior to his injury, views him as a vital asset in Barcelona’s midfield, particularly for a pivotal game like El Clásico. The coach highly values Olmo’s touch and vision, which could prove crucial for breaking through Real Madrid’s defense.
While Fermin Lopez performed well against Bayern, Flick believes Olmo adds an extra level of quality. Olmo’s exceptional ability to create plays in tight spaces may be vital in the tactical and fast-paced environment expected at the Bernabéu. His inclusion in the starting lineup likely means Fermin will be benched, despite his strong showing in the last match.
Flick is confident that Olmo’s experience and skill in high-stakes matches will give Barcelona an edge against Real Madrid, whose midfield is led by seasoned players like Valverde and Luka Modric.
