"Flick always manages minutes according to the guidance provided by his staff. Against Alaves, they stipulated that Pedri could only play thirty minutes, and he complied, even though the midfielder was needed earlier than that. On this occasion, the gradual progression suggests Pedri could play 45 minutes, but the team's need may lead to him starting and playing between 60 and 70 minutes. It is unlikely he will play beyond that. After all, the player is too important to risk the slightest overexposure."
"The fixture against Atletico is crucial in the fight for the La Liga title. Beyond competing with Real Madrid, the Rojiblancos sit three points behind Barcelona, so Hansi Flick's side can make a statement and leave them six points adrift. Given the importance of the match, Flick will bring Pedri back into the starting lineup to face Diego Simeone's side at the new Spotify Camp Nou."
Pedri returned from a month-long hamstring injury and made a substitute appearance against Deportivo Alaves, coming on in the 60th minute. He was initially limited to thirty minutes by staff guidance in that match. He is expected to start the upcoming Atletico Madrid fixture, a crucial La Liga match that could widen the gap to Atletico to six points. Coaching staff plan a gradual minutes progression, with possibilities ranging from 45 minutes up to 60–70 minutes if required, while avoiding overexposure. Raphinha's stepped return served as a template. Barcelona's recent Champions League results suffered in his absence.
Read at Barca Universal
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