Hansi Flick is set to unleash a 17-year-old La Masia gem onto the first-team stage after a swift injury recovery.
Robert Lewandowski resumed training on Monday, bolstering the attack, while goalkeeper Joan Garcia nears full fitness.
With midfield options thinned by absences like Dani Olmo and Pedri, Flick’s staff is meticulously tracking every recovery to maintain depth.
The German tactician, known for integrating youth during his Bayern tenure, has kept a keen eye on promising talents, ensuring seamless transitions from La Masia to the senior setup.
As the Blaugrana prepare for upcoming challenges, one academy prospect’s progress has sparked particular interest.
That prospect is 17-year-old midfielder Guille Fernandez, who is on the cusp of a full return after an ankle injury sustained on September 13 during a Barça Atletic match against Andratx, as reported by Diario Sport.
The setback, blamed on a subpar pitch causing a severe twist, sidelined him for six weeks.
Guille has exceeded recovery expectations, progressing from individual grass drills to imminent group sessions this week.
Hansi Flick and his assistants, alongside physios and fitness coaches, have overseen every phase, prioritizing caution to avoid setbacks.
His pre-season exploits—full participation, an Asian tour stint, a first-team debut in Korea, and a Mallorca call-up—underscore his potential integration.
Guille’s versatility and maturity shone before the injury, earning him regular senior training spots and two Barça Atletic appearances.
With current shortages, Flick could hand him a first-team opportunity this weekend, either against top-tier opposition or with the reserves.
The club’s frustration with Segunda RFEF’s uneven pitches highlights broader reserve-team woes, but Guille’s resilience mirrors Barcelona’s youth pipeline strength.
As Flick builds a high-pressing, possession-dominant side—evident in their league-low PPDA—Guille’s tidy passing and energy fit seamlessly.
His return not only alleviates immediate concerns but signals La Masia’s enduring role in Barça’s revival.
Under Flick’s watchful gaze, this gem’s comeback could ignite fresh dynamism, proving youth investment pays dividends in crunch time.
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