Hansi Flick has blocked the departure of one of Barcelona’s most important attackers, declaring the player untouchable.
This firm stance comes amid a wave of reserve team exits—including Mamadou Mbacké and Andrés Cuenca—leaving Juliano Belletti’s squad stretched thin in the promotion race.
Dinamo’s Europa League promise and top-league exposure paled against Barça’s long-term vision, with Hansi Flick’s trust in the talent’s potential first-team utility proving decisive.
The 20-year-old’s flair on the right flank positions him as ideal cover amid Lamine Yamal and Raphinha’s heavy minutes, especially after last season’s injury chaos elevated reserves to senior duty.
That talent is Dani Rodríguez, whose stalled move to Croatia—home of close friend Sergi Domínguez—underscores Hansi Flick’s high regard despite limited senior exposure.
Diario Sport confirms Barcelona froze the deal post those exits, unwilling to deplete Barca Atletic further while eyeing Rodríguez’s breakthrough amid a treble chase.
Contracted until 2027, he considered the loan for elite reps, but Barça’s belief—he’s “useful if problems arise”—holds sway.
Fourth-division grind sharpens his edge for Flick’s high-octane system, paving summer renewal paths.
La Masia thrives on such faith; Rodríguez slots as right-wing insurance if Yamal tires or injuries strike, blending reserve polish with first-team readiness.
Barça’s U-turn guards Belletti’s attack amid rumours like Guille Fernández’s. Rodríguez stays, primed for Camp Nou impact.
By freezing Dani Rodríguez’s Dinamo Zagreb loan, Hansi Flick safeguards crucial right-flank cover behind Yamal and Raphinha, learning from last season’s injury carnage that thrust reserves into the spotlight.
Contracted until 2027, Rodríguez’s summer fate hinges on Barca Atletic breakthroughs or first-team cameos—renewal beckons if he dazzles.
Dinamo’s Europa allure fades against La Masia’s gravitational pull; this U-turn fortifies Juliano Belletti’s promotion charge while priming a homegrown gem for Camp Nou glory.
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