Flick's forceful response to the controversy over the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor

Hansi Flick appeared at the press conference before the match between UD Barbastro and FC Barcelona, valid for the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey 2024-25. This will be the first match of the year 2025 for the Catalan club and will also mark the return of the German coach to the Catalan team's bench after his absence in the last two matches of 2024.

The Barcelona team faced CD Leganés (0-1) and Atlético de Madrid (1-2) in LaLiga EA Sports, matches in which the Heidelberg native was absent due to his controversial expulsion during the match against Real Betis (2-2). That resulted in a two-match suspension for the German coach.

Hansi Flick delved into the controversy surrounding the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor

During the press conference, Hansi Flick focused mainly on the situation concerning the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor. Although he initially avoided delving into this issue, leaving the responsibility in the hands of the club's management and expressing confidence that everything will be resolved appropriately. "I don't want to talk much about this issue because it's not my job. My job is to prepare the team for tomorrow's match, for the Cup. From before Christmas until today, I have been in contact with the president. I have full confidence in the club, which does its job, and I do mine," the German pointed out.

Furthermore, Flick acknowledged that the unusual situation caused him some discomfort due to the uncertainty and controversy it generated. "You know this is normal, and if I'm honest, I'm not happy with the situation, but things are as they are, and we are professionals. I focus on football, we have to train, the players too, everyone has to do their job. I'm optimistic, but often we have to wait for the decisions that are made," added Hansi.

Will Barcelona change its transfer targets if it fails to register Olmo and Víctor?

In addition, when asked whether the Barcelona transfer planning would change depending on the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, the German coach expressed his optimism and emphasized that he believes the situation will be effectively resolved: "I don't think so, I don't think about the future or the past. I have spoken with both of them, and the situation, of course, is not easy. But we are optimistic, they want to play for Barça, and both are very good and important for us," he warned.

"I am always optimistic, and also now. When certain decisions are made, we will see, but for now, I am optimistic."

Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor would be ready for the match against UD Barbastro

To conclude, Hansi Flick assured that if Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor are successfully registered, both will be ready to participate in the match against UD Barbastro in the Copa del Rey. "They are prepared, I don't see it as anything different. If they can play, they will be ready to play," he concluded.