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Hans Flick struggles to find a reliable replacement for the Spanish playmaker

Midfield Questions Haunt Barcelona Despite Rashford and Bardghji Arrivals

Barcelona's strengthened its squad this summer by signing forwards Marcus Rashford & Roony Bardghji along with goalkeeper Juan Garcia. However the midfield remains largely dependent on Dani Olmo.

Olmo’s Impact Last Season

The Spanish international who joined from RB Leipzig played 39 match last season scoring 12 goal & providing 7 assist.

Despite this impressive output, he played under 2000 minute due to injuries & registration delays in La Liga.

Flick’s Tactical Preference

According to AS newspaper, Hans Flick considers Olmo his first choice for the central midfield role as Barcelona has yet to find proper alternative.

Players like Ferran Torres, Gavi and Raphinha have been tested in the position but none delivered the consistency required.

Olmo participated as substitute in the first 2 la liga match of the 2025 /26 season. During preseason, he experienced minor muscle discomfort .. prompting Flick to manage his minutes carefully to avoid setbacks.