The arrival of Hansi Flick to the bench of FC Barcelona is already generating strong repercussions, both inside and outside the locker room. In a totally unexpected turn, the new German coach has decided thatLamine Yamal will not be the next number 10 of Barcelona, a decision that has caused surprise and even discomfort in some sectors of the culé environment.

During a private meeting with players and coaching staff, Flick was clear and direct:“Lamine Yamal will not take number 10. It is not yet the time.”With these words, the coach ended the speculations that had been circulating for weeks, where many gave why the young prodigy of the farmhouse would inherit the mythical dorsal that once dressed legends such as Ronaldinho, Messi or Maradona.

But the news does not end there. Hansi Flick also revealed that he already has in mindWho will be the new bearer of number 10, and his choice has left everyone speechless. This is a player who, although he is loved by the fans, was not in the pools to assume such responsibility. His identity has not yet been officially confirmed, but several sources close to the club point out that it could be a more experience and leadership footballer within the group.

Flick’s decision has a clear message: in his project there is no space for symbolic or emotional decisions. Each choice will be based on the performance, maturity and preparation of each player to assume high level challenges. In the case of Yamal, although it is considered a jewel of world football, the technician prefers to carry its development with patience and not load it with the pressure involved in carrying the most iconic dorsal in the club.
The reactions have not been waiting. Some fans support the measure, valuing the prudence and long -term vision of the new coach. Others, on the other hand, believe that Yamal is prepared to assume that role and that this decision could affect its motivation.
What is clear is thatHansi Flick has arrived at Camp Nou with the intention of breaking molds and building a new Barça in its own way.And this decision on number 10 is just the beginning.