FC BARCELONA
Flick sends a direct message: which player is he targeting?
Published:21/06/2025 - 02:42h
Updated:6/07/2025 - 07:22h
Flick warns Lamine Yamal: he wants the '19' to keep his feet on the ground despite his great present
If there is one thing that characterizes the manager of FC Barcelona, Hansi Flick, is the demand he places on each of his players. This time, the coach sent a clear message to one of the stars of the azulgrana team: Lamine Yamal.
In conversation with the magazine of the Catalan team, the German, was very excited about the stage he is living in the culé team, with which he has contract until the summer of 2027. That is why the coach took the opportunity to emphasize three key names of the first team: Lamine Yamal, Raphinha and Pedri González.
About the '19', Flick made a kind of praise, but also dedicated a few words referring to the importance of work:
"He is smart. It's not all about enjoying, you also have to work. And players with his talent must do it. He has good examples in the team, such as Raphinha, who also trusts him a lot"
Will these words be because of Lamine's vacation with Neymar?
On June 19, the Rocafonda native landed in São Paulo, Brazil. Everything pointed to the fact that the '19' of Barcelona arrived in the South American giant to spend a few days with Neymar Jr., his football idol, who, in addition to being known for his great talent, is also known for being very 'party-loving'.
This was confirmed hours later when, through social networks, videos of the forwards sharing and having a great time went viral. It must be remembered that Lamine Yamal has been a highly valued player since his irruption by the Brazilian star.
In this context, Hansi Flick's words could be mere coincidence. What is clear is that he demands that the Mataró native remain focused given the great talent he possesses.
For his part, Neymar has a couple of weeks off due to the summer break of the Brasileirão. In addition to that, until now his continuity in Santos is not clear.
Raphinha and Pedri, praised by Flick
Hansi does not forget two other of the best players of the season, such as Raphinha and Pedri González. As for the converted left winger, the technical director, in addition to pointing him out as someone who trusts Lamine Yamal a lot, also took the opportunity to highlight his quality as a player and his mentality.
"I saw him play for the first time here and I saw what kind of footballer he is. I also saw that he needed confidence. He is Brazilian and, therefore, has quality, but he also puts heart, mentality and attitude. He also always works in defense. He has a lot of potential," he acknowledged.
Similarly, he spoke about Pedri. The Canary Islander was the engine of Barcelona during the season, and the manager would not miss the opportunity to exalt the work of the one who is considered one of the best midfielders in the world today:
"He's great. When Pedri has the ball, it's fantastic to see him. It's fantastic to have him on the team"
Flick seeks progression, not perfection
Hansi Flick is a coach who is up front with his ideas. He pointed out that it is not about finding "perfection", but about the team progressing, which is what he is looking for in the Catalan team. He also stressed that the club will work hard to try to play at the highest level and fight for LaLiga EA Sports and the UEFA Champions League next season.