“Barcelona” head coach Hansi-Dieter Flick's thoughts on the most important figure in the team's midfield are once again in the spotlight. According to the German specialist, the young star of the team, Pedri, plays a decisive role in the team's actions, and his impact on the field should be highly valued.
“Rafinha described Pedri as the heart of the team. I completely agree with that. Pedri is not only a technically perfect player but also an intellectual maestro on the field who feels every moment of the game. Once he receives the ball, he has the ability to change the rhythm of the entire game in an instant. We brought him on in the second half of the match against Valencia, and he undoubtedly turned the situation around. Such players are the driving force of the team,” Flick said in an interview with “Barça Universal.”
The 22-year-old Spanish midfielder has shown a very active performance in the 2024/25 season, appearing a total of 59 times for Barcelona in all competitions. He recorded 6 goals and 8 assists, achieving significant statistical results. Even more importantly, he has repeatedly saved the team in crucial moments with his ability to change the outcome of the game.
Pedri's current contract with Barcelona runs until the summer of 2030. The Transfermarkt portal estimates the young talent's transfer value at around 120 million euros. This makes him one of the most expensive midfielders not only in Spain but also in all of Europe.
Flick's confidence in Pedri, along with his playing alongside experienced players like Rafinha, Lewandowski, and Gündoğan, indicates that Pedri continues to grow with humility. This suggests that he could be one of the key cornerstones in the new era of Barcelona.
As the team added another chapter to its history as La Liga champions last season, there is no doubt that Pedri will be remembered as the heart of this success.
