Hansi Flick has made it clear which players he does and doesn’t count on for the season.
Barcelona’s dominant win against Valencia highlighted not only the team’s strength but also the players Flick trusts. Even Pablo Torre got a few minutes, with Gavi pushing for his teammate’s inclusion.
However, not everything is rosy in the locker room, as two players in particular seem to be sidelined by Flick, raising questions about their future at the club.
Flick’s recent decisions have stirred the transfer market as well. The German coach has been transparent in defining his priorities, leading to movement in the final week of the transfer window. His management style is direct—those not in his plans have little chance of playing.
Ansu Fati stands out as the most notable absentee. Once hailed as one of Barça’s biggest talents, he’s now barely featured this season, often left out of matchday squads. As the transfer window nears its close, Fati could be looking for a move to secure more playing time.
Similarly, Danish defender Andreas Christensen, who has played just one match this season, also appears to be out of Flick’s plans.
At 28, Christensen is at a critical stage in his career, and his lack of minutes at Barça means he might seek a move to a club where he can play more regularly.
For both Fati and Christensen, it seems unlikely that they will find a significant role under Flick’s direction unless an emergency arises. With the transfer window closing soon, their time at Barcelona may be nearing its end, and both could be on their way out to new opportunities.
