Amid turbulence, Pedri González has become Barcelona’s stabilising force. His positional intelligence and scanning frequency underpin ball circulation and final‑third connections, restoring the team’s control phase.
Role evolution
Under Flick, Pedri drifts to connect the back line and forwards, creating constant passing lanes. His receiving angles in the left half‑space open switches and third‑man combinations.
Data snapshot
High pass completion and progressive receptions illustrate how Pedri sets tempo while reducing turnover risk in dangerous zones.
Why it matters for El Clásico
Against Madrid’s aggressive midfield, Pedri’s press resistance is non‑negotiable. If he controls rhythm, Barcelona can impose their game despite absences elsewhere.
The road ahead
With continuity and health, Pedri anchors the project’s medium‑term identity—a creative hub and leadership reference for a young core.