Barcelona Faces Challenges Without Lamine Yamal

Barcelona's manager Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco have pinpointed the full-back positions as critical areas for improvement following disappointing performances, particularly against Celta Vigo. Despite previous efforts to bolster the squad, the club has faced financial constraints preventing new signings, and immediate changes are unlikely until the end of the season. Additionally, the absence of 17-year-old winger Lamine Yamal due to an ankle injury has further complicated matters, as the team has struggled without him, losing both matches this season when he did not start. Flick expressed the need for a plan B to compensate for Yamal's absence, while Dani Olmo's return from injury may help enhance the squad's attacking capabilities. The connection between Yamal and striker Robert Lewandowski has been crucial, with Lewandowski failing to score in games without Yamal. With other key players also sidelined, Flick must navigate these challenges while awaiting potential reinforcements in the future.