Hansi Flick clarifies whether Dani Olmo will be in Valencia and reveals an unexpected return

Hansi Flick will make his debut as coach of FC Barcelona in official competitions next Saturday, August 17, against Valencia at Mestalla. In advance of the league debut, the German spoke to the media at a press conference and revealed a couple of details ahead of the duel against the Che team. The coach got 'wet' about Olmo's presence in the game, spoke about the registration problem and confessed that he will have 'reinforcement' for the midfield.

The German ruled out the call for the star signing of the summer for the first day of the League, ensuring that he is not ready to play due to the little experience he has in the first team."Olmo is not here for tomorrow because he started late with the preseason and we want to take care of him because for us it is important that the players do not get injured, it is the most important thing for us, we have quality players and we need them to train and be prepared," he said.

Regarding the rest of the players, Flick assured that the same Saturday will be the day in which they will decide who will be summoned for the clash in Mestalla, making the 'screen' based on the footballers who are registered."We currently have 22 or 23 players and tomorrow morning we will do an activation, including some rondos on the grass, and we will decide. I count on everyone who is on the team tomorrow morning," he confessed.

The Blaugrana coach 'settled' the issue of registrations by ensuring that, from his first moment in Barcelona, ​​he was aware of this situation and that it is not a concern for his planning. "I always tell my players that what we cannot control should not worry us. We must focus on work and competing. There are no excuses and there are no complaints. I have come with the situation that exists and I fully accept it. I focus that the team wins and plays well so that the fans and everyone are happy with the team," he commented.

A surprise call

On a more positive note, Flick confirmed Pedri's return to the pitch. The Canarian has been training normally since last Wednesday and will be called up for the match against the Valencia team, where he could have minutes if the coach considers it appropriate. "I really liked having him again. We'll see tomorrow, maybe for the second half he can help us. I hope he's in Valencia," he said.