Barcelona is gearing up for its highly anticipated clash against Osasuna, a rescheduled fixture from La Liga’s 27th round. The Catalan side aims to shake off the fatigue of players returning from international duty and secure a crucial win to strengthen their position at the top of the table.
Meanwhile, club legend Lionel Messi has voiced his concerns over coach Hansi Flick’s handling of young talent within the squad. In a statement to Radio Catalunya, Messi expressed disappointment over the limited opportunities given to promising midfielder Pablo Torre. He urged Flick to offer Torre more playing time, highlighting his impressive performances despite restricted minutes on the field.
Messi remarked, “I respect Flick’s approach and his tactical vision, but I find it surprising that he treats everyone fairly except for one player. Pablo Torre has the talent to shine, yet he rarely gets a chance.”
Torre has made a strong impact in his limited appearances, scoring four goals and providing three assists in just 373 minutes this season. However, he has played only 27 minutes in the last 10 matches and was even left out of the squad for the Atlético Madrid game.
Acknowledging the intense competition in Barcelona’s midfield, Messi believes Torre deserves more opportunities to develop and prove himself. His comments add to the growing debate over the club’s management of young prospects and could put pressure on Flick to reconsider his selection choices.
