Due to the ongoing registration process, Barcelona will not be able to count on Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor for Wednesday’s Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Athletic Club. The pair were also absent against Barbastro on Saturday, and although they were not missed then, they will most likely be in Saudi Arabia.
There has been a lot of talk about the matter over the last two weeks and, according to MD, Hansi Flick has admitted that it has been difficult for him and his players to deal with.
“It is not an easy situation for us. Not counting on them is complicated because they are two important players. We know that Dani Olmo is an excellent player and of course we miss him a lot, but we have to continue. Of course it will affect us, but it unites us as a team and we must show that we are a team.”
At the beginning of the press conference, Raphinha admitted that he believes it could be more difficult for Barcelona to tempt players to sign because of this case, and Flick also gave his opinion on this matter.
“I don’t know. But I was confident when I was in this situation and I knew perfectly well what was happening. I was going to sign no matter what.”
Barcelona could have Olmo and Víctor available for Sunday’s final (against Real Madrid/Mallorca) if they manage to get there, although it is highly unlikely. Understandably, Flick and company found it difficult. to face, although they cannot allow it to affect them too much.