The battle for a spot in Barça's midfield is more alive than ever. Fermín López and Dani Olmo are two talents with a lot to offer, and Hansi Flick is clear about it: neither will leave this summer. The competition between them will be healthy and constant, driving the team to grow.
The competition that adds up
It's not easy to decide who should start when you have two players of such quality. Fermín López and Dani Olmo are fighting for the same spot in the attacking midfield. Flick, with his experience, has chosen to alternate both depending on the match and their physical condition.
This decision not only shows trust in his players, but also a smart strategy. The coach knows that keeping both motivated and in shape will benefit the team in the long season ahead.
Fermín López: the battle for the spotlight
Fermín is coming off a tough season, especially at the start. The Paris Olympic Games took a toll on him and he entered the previous campaign tired. However, the Andalusian midfielder has grown a lot and now wants to take a definitive step forward.
Despite interest from major Premier League clubs, Fermín is clear that his home is Barça. In private, he has already confessed to Dani Olmo that he doesn't plan to give up: "I'm going to give everything to be a starter." That ambition and commitment make him a valuable player both on and off the field.
Dani Olmo: talent and technical quality
Dani Olmo returned to Barça with an immediate impact. He scored several goals and looked very well integrated, almost as if he'd never left. His connection with the team was natural, showing the technical quality he possesses and his ability to control the pace of the game from the attacking midfield.
However, injuries have held him back at times, which has complicated his continuity. Flick knows that if Olmo keeps fit, it'll be hard to leave him out of the starting eleven.
Barça's future depends on them
Both are looking to earn Flick's trust, who needs their best performance to strengthen the creative area. In addition, the club's economic reality forces it to seek balance. Barça must make a major sale to register new signings and renew key pieces like Koundé and De Jong.
Neither Fermín nor Olmo are thinking about leaving. Their goal is to compete and shine at Camp Nou. They know that healthy competition will make them better and they're willing to give everything to be protagonists.