""In a few months, we will see a different Barcelona. This is what I can promise." These were the words of Hansi Flick after the painful defeat at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea dominated and outplayed Barcelona in every area. It was a message of hope from the coach for the remainder of the season. The team remains alive in all competitions, even though, as happened against PSG, the match at Stamford Bridge showed that Barcelona still have a long way to go."
"Now, according to Mundo Deportivo, ahead of a demanding run before the end of the year, including trips to Real Betis and Villarreal and home matches against Atletico Madrid and Eintracht, the coaching staff are relying on the return of two key players: Raphinha and Pedri. The Brazilian, after two months out, had his first minutes against Athletic and some more against Chelsea, which puts him in contention to start this Saturday against Alaves."
"It is also clear that Barcelona need Pedri just as much. The Spanish midfielder is essential for directing play and maintaining possession. He is expected to train with the squad from today and enter the squad list for Saturday, and his return will be crucial. Optimism remains Despite the poor display in London, the dressing room believes Ronald Araujo's red card shaped the rest of the match, something Chelsea took advantage of with their numerical superiority."
Hansi Flick promised that Barcelona will look different in a few months. Chelsea dominated Barcelona at Stamford Bridge, exposing shortcomings and producing a painful 3-0 defeat that confirmed further work is needed. Raphinha returned after two months, played minutes against Athletic and Chelsea, and is pushing to start against Alaves and be fully available for Atletico; he is vital for the first line of pressure. Pedri is set to train with the squad and rejoin the roster, providing control, direction, and possession maintenance. The dressing room cites Ronald Araujo's red card as decisive, notes a missed Ferran Torres chance, and remains optimistic about upcoming fixtures.
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