Barcelonaโs thrilling 4-3 comeback win over Celta Vigo was more than just a crucial victory in their La Liga campaignโit also exposed growing unrest behind the scenes. Despite the celebrations, frustration was quietly building within the dressing room, especially regarding Hansi Flickโs substitution decisions.
According to Spanish outlet El Nacional, the tension wasnโt limited to Ansu Fati and Ferran Torres. Young right-back Hรฉctor Fort also showed visible signs of displeasure. After being left out once again, Fort reportedly snubbed a handshake from Flick post-matchโa move seen by many as a subtle act of defiance. Witnesses say Flick tried to speak with him, but Fortโs frustration was clear.
Fortโs discontent stems from a season of limited opportunities. Despite several injuries in defense, the La Masia graduate has played just 480 out of a possible 4,590 minutes. Heโs featured in only 15 games and had just 27 minutes in the Champions League. Recently, he hasnโt made an appearance in Barcelonaโs last six league matches, despite consistently performing well in training.
This has led to concerns about Flickโs rigid approach. The German coach has stuck with a consistent starting eleven and appears hesitant to rotate unless absolutely necessary. While the teamโs results have generally justified this, the lack of minutes for certain squad members could lead to long-term problems if not addressed.
Barcelonaโs depth includes talented young players who need regular involvement to grow and feel valued. Without opportunities, morale could dip and tensions rise.
Though the club continues to support Flickโs leadership, the fallout from the Celta Vigo clash shows that managing dressing-room dynamics will be vital. The win masked deeper issuesโFerran, Ansu, and Fortโs reactions suggest internal frustrations are quietly bubbling beneath the surface.
