Hansi Flick’s new strategy to prevent further injuries at Barcelona – report

Barcelona’s 2025/26 season has quickly turned into a battle against injuries, and the latest blow comes in the form of Pedri’s setback.

The midfield maestro has been ruled out for six to seven weeks , just as Hansi Flick was beginning to welcome back some of his previously injured stars.

For a team already stretched thin, losing Pedri at such a crucial time could hardly be worse news.

As reported by Mundo Deportivo , Flick is determined to break this worrying pattern.

In order to do that, the Barcelona coach has decided to introduce a more tailored approach to player management, one designed to cut down on the constant stream of injuries.

His plan focuses on giving players more control over their recovery, allowing them to rest when their bodies signal fatigue rather than pushing through.

Earlier this week, Flick opted to grant Marcus Rashford, Frenkie de Jong, Jules Kounde, and Pau Cubarsi an extra day of rest.

Barcelona will now keenly monitor players’ fitness. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

This is because the quartet has played some of the heaviest minutes in recent fixtures, and Flick wants to manage these players’ physical limits more carefully.

Interestingly, Pedri was also scheduled to receive a break before his injury occurred.

Behind the scenes, Barcelona’s coaching staff has intensified their monitoring process.

Every player’s workload is now tracked in detail, covering match minutes, recovery patterns, and even technical demands.

Training sessions and recovery plans have been customised to fit individual needs, with the latest addition being rest days based on player condition rather than a standard schedule.

Flick’s philosophy is rooted in balance while also maintaining performance levels without compromising player health.

With the calendar becoming more congested and the squad visibly fatigued, the German coach knows that smart management, not brute endurance, will decide how far Barcelona can go this season.