Big Names at Risk: Barcelona’s Preseason Squad Exclusions Revealed!

Flek finalizes 26 man Asia tour squad with surprising omissions ahead of 2025 /26 season

Big Names at Risk: Barcelona’s Preseason Squad Exclusions Revealed!

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick's made some tough decisions ahead of the club’s preseason tour of Asia as several senior players are expected to miss out.

Asia Tour Plans Underway

Barca're set to travel to Japan & South Korea this week for series of friendlies in preparation for the 2025 /26 campaign which they hope will bring more silverware after last season’s domestic treble: La Liga, Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super cup.

Limited Spots , Big Decisions

According to Marca, Flick's working with 26 player limit meaning several names are likely to be excluded including players not in his plans or still recovering from injury.

Ter Stegen Could Miss Out

Top of the list's goalkeeper ter Stegen who’s still struggling with back injury and may require another surgery putting his tour participation in serious doubt.

Other Players Facing the Axe

• Oriol Romeu & Pau Victor are reportedly not part of Flick’s vision with the club seeking loan or permanent exits this summer.
• Andreas Christensen remains uncertain. While he wishes to stay, the board may opt to cash in potentially ruling him out of the trip.
• Backup keeper Inaki Pena, alongside Dani Rodriguez & Toni Fernandez are also expected to be left out despite decent preseason showings.

🚨 | Oriol Romeu cherche un club et il est probable qu’il reste à Barcelone pour éviter le retour de la tournée comme cela s’est déjà produit il y a un an.

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