Hansi Flick names Barcelona’s priorities ahead of match against Osasuna. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has spoken about the team’s readiness ahead of their clash with Osasuna. He highlighted the return of Raphinha and the recovery of Lamine as key factors. The club is emphasizing the importance of total focus.
Ahead of Barcelona’s away match against Osasuna, coach Hansi Flick emphasized the need for the team’s maximum concentration. According to him, the opponent’s experience and the atmosphere at the stadium in Pamplona require players to give their all. Flick pointed out that the upcoming game is currently the most important for the club—not future matches or possible titles.
Recovery of key players
Special attention during preparation is being paid to the condition of players who have recently returned from injuries. According to the coach, Raphinha always shows a high level of commitment, despite the challenges of the current season. His return to the squad could be a crucial factor for the result in Pamplona. Flick also reported that Lamine is undergoing rehabilitation under the supervision of specialists, and his participation in the upcoming World Cup is not ruled out.
Team mindset and mentality
The coach stressed that the team is fully focused on the upcoming match and is not distracted by discussions about future games, including a possible early title win. In Flick’s opinion, only this approach allows them to maintain a high level of play and sustain a positive atmosphere within the group. He also noted that success depends not only on individual player qualities, but also on teamwork.
Squad and prospects
Marc Bernal is expected to be included in the squad for the match against Osasuna, while coach expressed caution regarding Andreas Christensen, not ruling out the possibility that the defender might not play again this season. Among the young players, Xavi Espart stands out, and he is being considered as a potential reinforcement for the first team as early as next season.
Context and comparisons
Flick recalled that last year's match in Pamplona was notable for many changes in the lineup, but the current situation is different—the team is in good shape and ready to fight. The coach chose not to comment on refereeing in the Champions League, focusing instead on the club’s internal objectives. In this context, the experience of other Spanish teams is notable, as they also face squad changes and the need to adapt, as recently happened with Girona and Mallorca— details on the squad changes at these clubs.
In conclusion, Flick noted that the atmosphere at Barcelona remains professional and positive even after setbacks, and confidence in the chosen path remains strong. At the same time, the coach emphasized that the title race is not yet decided, and the team continues to move forward step by step.
