""I changed my mind, I don't want to say something," he said in a news conference when asked for his final say on the issue now everything is official. "I really loved this boy. Of course I am disappointed, but this is football. We have to respect this decision. "As I say, I am disappointed. He knows it; I loved this boy. [At Barcelona] he also maybe had a great future, but he made another decision.""
"Earlier this week, Barça sporting director Deco said that being in "such a rush" could "damage his career" in the long-term."
Hansi Flick expressed disappointment and affection after Dro Fernández elected to join Paris Saint-Germain. Dro, 18, signed for PSG after the club agreed to pay slightly more than his €6 million release clause. Dro had been involved with Barcelona's first team since last summer, making five appearances across competitions and seeking more regular playing time. Barcelona sporting director Deco cautioned that moving too quickly could harm the player's long-term development. Barcelona completed January business including Marc-André ter Stegen leaving and João Cancelo arriving on loan, and Flick said the current squad can compete on all fronts.
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