It’s one of the rare satisfactions of Barça’s difficult season. At only 16 years old, the Spanish winger has established himself as one of the best players in the team coached by Xavi. Left to rest against Getafe this weekend, the La Masia product is coming off several big performances, like this duel against Celta (2-1) and this match against Granada (3-3) where he scored a double , now posting 3 goals and 3 assists in 25 league games. More than the statistical aspect, it is his crazy ability to make differences on the ball that continues to amaze everyone across the Pyrenees.
Not to mention that he’s just a teenager who, weekend after weekend, humiliates players who are some twice his age. However, Barça knows that it is necessary to take precautions, on a mental level but also on a physical level. As the Catalan newspaper indicates Mundo DeportivoBarça imposed a specific strength and muscle gain plan on him.
An effective plan!
And it is already bearing fruit. The Iberian international has already gained 7 kilos of muscle since the start of the season. These are strength training workouts for the upper and lower body that are not excessive and adapted to a young person of his age, who also continues to grow, since he has also gained 2.5 centimeters since the start of season. He should also end the season at 1m80 according to club estimates. In the eyes of the Barcelona staff, it was imperative, for his progress, that he gain weight at an age where, generally, players are not yet required to do a lot of hypertrophy work.
Sessions a little earlier than for the other players therefore, but FC Barcelona actually wanted their nugget to be more resistant in duels and to be able to respond in contacts with opposing defenders. For now, it’s successful. The media also reports that he has also gained in punching strength and endurance. Enough to arrive in force at the end of the season where the reigning Spanish champion hopes to do something on the European scene…
