Pedri Sparks Tension in Barcelona Dressing Room After Loss to Dortmund, Urges Flick to Make Changes
Barcelona may have clinched a spot in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2019, but their 3-1 loss to Borussia Dortmund in the second leg has stirred unrest within the squad.
According to El Nacional, Pedri was visibly upset after the match and didn’t hold back his frustration in the locker room. He openly criticized two teammates and urged head coach Hansi Flick to make immediate changes to the starting XI if the club is to stay on track this season.
Pedri first pointed fingers at Ronald Araújo, whose defensive error led to Dortmund’s third goal. Araújo’s failed clearance handed the ball straight to Serhou Guirassy in the box—an error that drew heavy criticism from all corners, including fans and media.
The second target of Pedri’s ire was full-back Gerard Martin. His display was heavily criticized, with weaknesses both in attack and defense. Martin’s poor showing nearly jeopardized Barcelona’s progress in the tournament.
Pedri didn’t mince words, reportedly saying: “If we want to accomplish something important this season, there’s no room for these two in the starting lineup anymore.”
His blunt statement underscores the rising pressure within the team as they gear up for their semi-final clash. It also signals that accountability is becoming a central theme in Barcelona’s push for European glory.
