Dani Olmo reveals what Hansi Flick exactly demanded from him

After missing two games through registration complications, Dani Olmo finally made his debut as a Barcelona player in the team’s clash against Rayo Vallecano midweek.

Starting on the bench, the 26-year-old came on as a second-half substitute and completely changed the tone of the game.

His presence on the field instantly boosted Barcelona’s attacking forays as he constantly menaced the Rayo defence with his smart runs and combination play. In the end, he even scored the winner for the Catalans, capping off the perfect debut.

Olmo talks about Hansi Flick

Speaking to Mundo Deportivo after making his debut for Barcelona, the Spanish star explained at length about his relationship with Hansi Flick, the manager’s methodologies and expectations.

He first spoke on his profile and what he can bring to the Blaugrana club this season.

“I’m a player who always tries to look forward, attack, make the final pass, combine with other players or shoot from distance.”

“So, in that sense, instead of keeping my position or staying too quiet, I always try to look forward and attack,” he added.

Olmo was then asked what the manager demanded of him in his first game at the club, to which he said,

“Hansi asked me to move between the lines where I like to connect with Pedri and those who are going forward. I felt comfortable.”

“A mixture of English and German,” he added when asked how the manager communicated with him.

Making a mark. (Photo by MANAURE QUINTERO/AFP via Getty Images)

As an individual who can understand both Spanish and German, the Spaniard was asked if he acted as a medium for Flick to pass his commands in the dressing room, to which he jovially replied by saying:

“I understand German and speaking is a bit difficult for me but I can do it. But no, I didn’t help him. I’m not a translator (laughs).”

“Yes, sometimes if there is a need to explain I do it or if there is a colleague next…

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Author : Adithya Eshwarla

Publish date : 2024-08-30 06:36:35

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