Barça has encountered a serious problem after the Federation's latest decision, scheduling the postponed match against Osasuna for March 27. This means that, just after the international break, some important men for Hansi Flick won't be able to participate. There are ongoing conversations, and the first to give in is Santi Denia, Spain's under-21 coach.
Three released from Barça with Spain
On March 25, Spain's under-21 team faces Germany, which would have prevented three selected Barça players from being available for the duel against Osasuna. Finally, Santi Denia has decided to release the Barça players he had at his disposal, allowing them to return to the Catalan city to be back under Hansi Flick's orders.
Specifically, the three released by the Spanish under-21 coach are Fermín, Gerard Martín, and Pablo Torre. We are not talking about essential footballers for Hansi Flick, but some who have a role in his schemes. Especially the first two could be in the starting line-up next Thursday in Montjuïc, potentially earning a spot in the starting eleven.
"David Torres and Raúl Moro, both players from Real Valladolid, will join the under-21 team expedition this Saturday. They will continue working in Lorca until Monday when they travel to Darmstadt to play against Germany on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Fermín López, Pablo Torre, and Gerard Martín leave the camp," the Federation reported.
Anger with Santi Denia
Reactions didn't take long after the release of three Barça players by Spain's coach. Many point to favoritism toward Hansi Flick's team to try to rest and make these footballers available.
From Barça, they have applauded the decision, especially Hansi Flick, considering it the best that could be done from Spain. It is not understood that the Osasuna match is just after the break. It makes it impossible for several internationals to be available to the German coach.
In the end, the one who pays these footballers' salaries is Barça, and they should have them available whenever possible. This time, Spain only had a friendly ahead that didn't impact any competition, so the most logical thing was to release those players. Hansi Flick has received the news with joy, as it couldn't be otherwise.