Hansi Flick tests Rodri and Marc Bernal midfield pairing at Barcelona

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick is working to integrate summer signing Rodri and young midfielder Marc Bernal into the same starting lineup. Reports indicate that Flick is exploring a tactical setup with Rodri playing as the deeper midfielder while Bernal takes a more advanced position. This comes as Bernal faces increased competition for playing time following Rodri’s arrival. Barcelona's coaching staff is focused on maximizing the talents of both players in their midfield strategy as they prepare for the ongoing season.

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