Hansi Flick thinking about starting out-of-favor Barcelona forward against RCD Mallorca – Report | OneFootball

In a few hours, FC Barcelona will be kicking off their game against RCD Mallorca in La Liga. Still at the top of the table, this is La Blaugrana’s chance to increase their lead temporarily. A win would apply pressure on their opponents, so it is a priority for Barcelona.

However, the coaches have to keep in mind the fact that other crucial games are coming up ahead as well. From the Copa del Rey final to the UEFA Champions League semi-final, Barcelona will be buried in games over the course of the next week or so.

For that reason, rotations here and there are a necessity that Hansi Flick must think about and make accordingly. Now, according to Toni Juanmarti, he has thought about it and has been seriously considering the possibility of starting a certain out-of-favor Barcelona forward in the game.

That player would be none other than Ansu Fati, aged 22, who has barely played at all this season. In fact, his last appearance for the team came almost a 100 days ago under the mentorship of Hansi Flick. As expected, it has hardly been a positive situation for him.

In fact, reports suggested that he was left especially frustrated during the last game against Celta Vigo. Alongside primarily three other players, Fati was not content with his lack of playing time and it was visible frustration that could be seen in the case of the young forward.

However, if he does end up starting this game, it could be the perfect opportunity for him toshowcase his quality again. After all, the player’s talent was never in question, but it is now all about what he can bring to the table and showcase on the pitch.

It remains to be seen how Hansi Flick lines up his starting eleven for this game, but Fati getting an opportunity like this could be big news for him. At the same time, it would also allow the German coach to rest certain other Barcelona stars who have had to play a lot of games this season already.