Coach Hansi Flick is facing a wave of fierce criticism of fan and media after not allowing Ansu to say a single minute in Barcelona’s recent match. This decision is said to be a penalty for violating Fati’s internal discipline when discussing how to manage the team of the German strategist. According to sources, FATI violated the rules during the training session, including lack of focus and failure to follow the proposed tactics. Faced with public pressure, Flick explained that he wanted to maintain a rigid discipline to build a cohesive team, emphasizing that each player must prove his value to play. He also said he had a frank conversation with Fati about his future at the club.
Barcelona fans were divided over this decision. Some support the film, saying that discipline is necessary to ensure stability, especially when the team is competing in La Liga and the Champions League. However, many others criticized him for being impatient with Fati, a young talent he has already considered the team’s future. Former player Xavi Hernández called for support from Fati to recover his physical form, warning that the punishment can go out of the Culatra. Fati’s future at Barcelona is very precarious, with strong competition from players like Lamine Yamal and Raphinha. It is rumored that Fati can leave the club at the end of the season, with teams like Porto and Dortmund threatening to leave. With contract lasting until 2027,
Fati’s transfer will be a big challenge to Barcelona, especially in the difficult financial context. This incident not only fueled the debate about Flick’s management, but also raised questions about whether Barcelona was losing one of the most valuable assets of La Masia training.
