"Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is facing a crucial choice regarding the attacking midfield role ahead of the upcoming clash with Girona. With Dani Olmo returning injured from national team duty and Fermin Lopez still doubtful, Flick must decide whether to take a risk by starting Fermin or explore alternative options. Barcelona recently suffered a defeat to Sevilla, missing the chance to move to the top of the La Liga table."
"One of the positions giving Flick the most headaches is the attacking midfield slot, as Olmo's absence is confirmed. Under normal circumstances, Fermin would step in, but after weeks out injured, starting him may not be the safest choice. Flick and his coaching staff, therefore, will closely monitor his progress in the next training sessions to determine if he is ready for a start."
"If the coaching staff decides not to take any risks, Barcelona have several options. With Gavi injured and Raphinha also doubtful, Flick could promote Marc Casado into the starting XI. This, as a result, will allow Flick to move Pedri into a more advanced role as Casado will partner with Frenkie de Jong in the midfield. There are also attacking options with Ferran Torres or Marcus Rashford, who could operate in the midfield to support the attack."
Barcelona face uncertainty in the attacking midfield ahead of the Girona match due to Dani Olmo's confirmed absence and Fermin Lopez's doubtful fitness after recent injury. The team recently lost to Sevilla and cannot afford further ground lost to Real Madrid with El Clasico on October 26 approaching. Flick and his staff will monitor Fermin's training to judge readiness but may avoid risking a start after weeks out. Alternatives include promoting Marc Casado and shifting Pedri into a more advanced role alongside Frenkie de Jong, or selecting attacking midfielders such as Ferran Torres or Marcus Rashford. The academy also provides quality first-team options.
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