Barcelona legend admits surprise at summer signing now winning over Flick – ‘The truth is that…’ | OneFootball

Roony Bardghji’s arrival at Barcelona was met with curiosity rather than fanfare, both inside and outside Spain. 

Unlike many high-profile signings, his move to the Catalan club did not dominate headlines or feature prominently in transfer predictions. 

Now, however, his growing influence has prompted reflection from one of Barcelona’s most respected former players.

Michael Laudrup, the former Barcelona midfielder who made more than 200 appearances for the club, has taken a close look at Bardghji’s situation and admitted that even he did not see the transfer coming. 

Laudrup openly confessed how unexpected Bardghji’s move felt from his perspective.

The Dane explained the process that often separates fleeting prospects from those who stay.

“This is the case of a young player who arrives and trains with players of enormous talent, supposedly much more talented than him. 

“Suddenly, one day, he wins half a game, then a whole game, and in the end even more. And there he stays,” he said, as quoted by SPORT.

Impressed with his performances

Laudrup is surprised by Roony Bardghji’s impact. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Initially viewed as a developmental signing, the young winger has steadily earned opportunities while competing alongside some of the most gifted players in the squad.

Laudrup then addressed Bardghji’s recent performances and the impression they have left on him. 

He made it clear that while the progress has been surprising, it has also been deeply satisfying to witness.

“The truth is that I’m surprised, but at the same time, I’m happy for him. I saw the game against Betis, where Bardghji scored. It was a good game.”

Notably, back in Denmark, there was a widespread belief that Bardghji’s transfer would eventually be followed by another move, with Barcelona potentially positioning him as an asset for future financial gain. 

That assumption has proven wide of the mark. In fact, Hansi Flick took a calculated risk on the Swedish international and has remained consistent in his support.

Rather than being moved on, Bardghji is being carefully integrated, accumulating minutes and experience at the highest level.