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Neither Lamine Yamal nor Pedri, he's being the best: he's FC Barcelona's big surprise

The young talent who arrived without taking a vacation and is ready to shine in the first team this season

FC Barcelona is experiencing a preseason full of discoveries. Not only are the new signings making an impact, but a young talent is surprising everyone. It's not Lamine Yamal or Pedri, two names that usually make headlines. The big revelation so far is Bardghji.

A different arrival

Bardghji arrived at Barça with a physical introduction that caught everyone's attention. It's not common to see such a young player arrive with such a well-developed level.

While others enjoyed their vacations, he decided to do something different. He missed the 24-25 season, but that didn't stop his commitment.

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Bardghji's great talent | Getty Images

During June and July, Bardghji had a separate preseason, without rest, dedicating himself to strengthening his body. He focused especially on the key muscles for a footballer: quadriceps, hamstrings, vastus medialis, and gluteus medius. All of this was to take special care of his knee, a sensitive area for any player.

A quick and natural adaptation

What has surprised coaches and teammates the most is how quickly Bardghji has adapted. In just a few weeks, he's already a sponge within the group, learning, absorbing, and applying everything he's told. This shows a maturity that's uncommon for someone his age.

He has also notably improved his physical condition to keep up with the first team's pace. He's not satisfied with being on the bench or in the reserve team. He wants to be a key piece in Hansi Flick's Barça.

Why could he be key for Flick?

Hansi Flick is looking for a team with dynamism, tactical intelligence, and physical endurance. Bardghji meets those characteristics and, above all, brings freshness and a desire to show his level. His previous physical work and his quick adaptation give him an advantage.

The German coach could find in Bardghji an option for rotation or even for decisive moments, where intensity and energy are required. It's no coincidence that he's already caught attention during training sessions and friendly matches.

A surprise that invites dreaming

While everyone expected the emerging figure to be Yamal or for Pedri to consolidate, Bardghji has stolen the spotlight. His evolution promises to be one of the great stories of FC Barcelona this season.

This young man shows that with work, discipline, and passion, you can go far. For Barça, discovering such a talent is a true gift and a hope for the future.