Dani Olmo baffles and disappoints Barcelona

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18/10/25 16:15:00

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The start of the season for Dani Olmo at FC Barcelona has been a nightmare. At the Sánchez Pizjuán, he once again had a lackluster performance, far from the player capable of building, assisting, and deciding games.

Olmo and Barcelona's offensive vulnerability

If anything has characterized Dani Olmo, it is his ability to move between lines and serve as a link with the striker, providing both shooting and vision. But in the recent games, he simply doesn't show up. In Seville, he was irrelevant: he neither created partnerships, nor tried to break lines, nor even sought to take responsibilities when the team needed it most. The cameras didn't capture his bursts or decisive passes because, simply, there were none.

Physically, he conveys fragility. He doesn't seem to be at his peak. This inertia has distanced him from the version that Flick expects of him: the brain of Barça's attack. The German coach has always defended his talent, labeling him as the smartest player in the squad for that offensive zone, which is why he maintained his trust even when other options emerged. But now that faith clashes with an uncomfortable reality.

The crisis of protagonism in Fermín's absence

Since the start of the campaign, Flick hinted that Olmo was not yet at one hundred percent: he preferred to prioritize Fermín López or even experiment with Raphinha in the attacking midfielder position. Fermín's injury against Getafe opened the door to consecutive starts for Olmo, who stated: "I need minutes to get into rhythm," he said after that match, the only one where glimpses were seen. Since then, he has played consistently, but with no visible reaction.

The data is clear: only one goal and two assists, poor figures for someone expected to make a difference in La Liga. This insignificance is concerning in a club that demands the best. When the rest of the team falters, the attacking midfielder is expected to show character. But Olmo falls short in that regard: he is invisible in critical moments.

Flick, the team, and the context of La Liga

The 4-1 loss against Sevilla marks a turning point for the team led by Hansi Flick. He defended the system after the defeat, although he lamented the individual performance and pointed out that the first half was disastrous. But the debate arises: is the system right or are the players not performing? And in this dance of responsibilities, Olmo is one of the affected.

Barcelona is losing ground in La Liga: after their unbeaten streak, they surrender the lead and are now two points behind Real Madrid with 19 points. In this scenario, excuses are not enough; players like Olmo are expected to step up, to leave a mark when the team needs it the most.

Urgent reaction or irreversible wear and tear?

There is still hope. Olmo has never been a player of static streaks, and his sporting history shows outstanding offensive abilities. His arrival at Barça was seen as a significant move, an addition to elevate the quality of the midfield. Flick, aware of the wear and tear, could reduce his workload or refocus his role, but a tactical conversion does not fix the lack of results.

If Olmo does not quickly regain his best form, Barcelona will have to reconsider his role in a demanding context. Hansi Flick needed yesterday the version that justified his signing. In a hesitant team, it is demanded that the man with vision and goals regain the lost prominence. Only then can his name be mentioned with respect in a winning project.

In conclusion: Dani Olmo's silence is too deafening for a club of this caliber. Time is ticking, and the demand in La Liga is ruthless. If he does not wake up promptly, Barcelona will regret it.

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