Barcelona star Pedri revealed the big changes the team has witnessed under coach Hansi Flick compared to what it was like under former coach Xavi Hernandez, while praising the great work the German coach is currently doing.
With the start of the new 2024-25 season, Pedri appears at his best, regaining the performance that amazed everyone in his first season with Barcelona under Ronald Koeman, as the Spanish international returns to present a wonderful level on both the physical and technical levels, which is clearly reflected in his performance during the matches.
And achieved Catalan club A perfect start in the Spanish League, as it currently leads the standings with a full mark (12 points), after winning the first four rounds, 4 points ahead of its closest rival, Real Madrid.
What is the secret of Hansi Flick’s strength compared to Xavi? Barcelona star Pedri answers
Pedri confirmed in an interview with the newspaper “Mundo Deportivo”, which was reported by “come on“The Madridista, in response to a question about the changes at the Catalan club and the secret of Hans Flick’s strength compared to Xavi, did not hesitate to expose the latter, indicating that “the physical work that the team is doing at the present time is much greater than it was in the past.”
“The new fitness coaches who came with Flick are doing a great job with us. We work hard and this shows in the matches, as the team can now maintain the same fitness level even after the 70th or 80th minute,” he continued.
It can be said that this intense physical work has contributed to improving the team’s overall performance, especially that of Barcelona star Pedri, who now feels more free on the pitch. He added: “I feel free on the pitch. Hansi Flick gives us a lot of confidence and asks me to play without pressure, which makes me feel very comfortable physically and mentally.”
Pedri also spoke about the German coach, noting that despite his strict reputation, he has a friendly side that helps the players a lot, especially the young ones. He said: “Flick is serious in his work, but at the same time he is very close to the players, and sometimes jokes with us. It is a combination of seriousness and kindness, and that is what makes him very special.”
With a large number of young players in the squad, Barcelona star Pedri indicated that playing alongside them is easy, given their high competitive spirit. He also expressed his sadness over the injury of young player Bernal, praising the performance of his other teammate Casado, who he believes has great capabilities.
Finally, Pedri expressed his happiness with the joining of his compatriot Dani Olmo to the team, coming from the German club Leipzig, considering that the understanding between them on the field is very ideal.
