Tension is rising in Catalonia. In an economic situation that remains as precarious, FC Barcelona finds itself with its back against the wall. After having been rejected twice by the Spanish courts, the Catalan club still hopes to be able to register Dani Olmo and Pau Victor on the gong. A situation which does not fail to annoy Barcelona supporters and to which Hansi Flick logically returned this Friday at a press conference.
Facing journalists, the Barcelona technician first of all renewed his confidence in his management, even if Joan Laporta is starting to frustrate more and more observers. “I don’t want to talk about that because it’s not my job, it’s my job to prepare the team for the game. But I am in contact with the president, I spoke today, I have confidence in the club. Everyone does their job. Mine is to prepare for the match..
Flick is not happy!
Relaunched on his two protégés, the 59-year-old German nevertheless recognized a certain annoyance in the face of uncertainty. “Honestly, I’m not happy with the situation, and neither are the players, but it is what it is. We are professionals. The confidence is there. We have to wait for the decision. I don’t think about the future or the past. I spoke to Dani and Pau and the situation is not easy for them, but they are positive and want to play for this club. They are very good players and important for us..
To conclude, the former Bayern Munich coach said he would wait wisely for the decision before drawing conclusions. “We will see what decision is made and then we will take a position. I know it’s not an easy situation, but I’m always positive. One thing is certain, they (Olmo and Victor, editor’s note) are ready to play. They are ready. What I saw during the session was good. They can play, I have no doubt”. It now remains to know the final verdict while the outcome in this burning issue is more than imminent and Marca has already assured that Barça will not speak officially until both players are registered, by “whatever means”.
