Barcelona boss Hansi Flick hints at major squad rotation for La Liga leaders’ clash with mid-table Osasuna at Spotify Camp Nou.
That context points towards a side built on continuity in structure but tweaked in personnel, blending regular starters with players who need rhythm, especially in defence and midfield, where workload has been heaviest in recent weeks.
With Barcelona top of the table and perfect at home in the league, maintaining momentum without overloading his stars is the delicate balance Flick must strike, as reported by Diario Sport.
In that light, the expected Barcelona XI lines up in a 4-2-3-1, with Joan Garcia continuing in goal behind a back four of Jules Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Gerard Martin, and Alejandro Balde.
Eric Garcia is tipped to partner Pedri in the double pivot, offering security in build-up and protection in transitions, while the attacking trident behind the striker should feature Lamine Yamal on the right, Fermin Lopez as the central creator, and Raphinha starting off the left.
Up front, Robert Lewandowski is still projected to lead the line, though recent reports hint Flick could consider a late change if he opts for extra rotation before the Villarreal clash.
Osasuna is also expected to mirror the 4-2-3-1, with Sergio Herrera in goal and a back four of Valentin Rosier, Alejandro Catena, Flavien Boyomo, and Abel Bretones.
Lucas Torro and Aimar Oroz should anchor midfield, with Ruben Garcia, Jon Moncayola, and Victor Munoz tasked with supporting target man Ante Budimir, who remains the Navarre side’s primary threat in the box.
With Barcelona boasting an unbeaten home league record and Osasuna competitive on the road, the battle in midfield and wide areas will likely decide whether Flick’s rotation call looks inspired or overly risky when the final whistle blows.
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