Oriol Romeu’s Dilemma: The Midfield Maestro’s Struggle for a Spot in Barca’s XI
Barcelona’s midfield dynamo, Oriol Romeu, finds himself facing a challenge in securing a regular spot under Xavi’s leadership. Despite his La Masia roots and a notable contribution towards his transfer fee from Girona, Romeu has recently seen a decline in playing time.
Having not started in five of Barca’s last six games across all competitions, and being absent from the bench in two of those matches, questions arise about Romeu’s role in the squad. Fans are voicing their desire to see him take the field, especially as Barcelona gears up to face surprise title contenders.
Online discussions reveal fans’ sentiments:
đź’loving_kingsley: “Oriol Romeu knows Girona well and their style of play. It’s why they reportedly want him back if his Barca struggles continue. If I were Xavi, I’d start him against Girona.”
đź’Lisa replied: “Romeu’s return to Girona would be a reunion filled with heart and grit. Xavi should give him a chance!”
Romeu’s challenge for a starting role intensifies with stellar performances from Pedri, Gundogan, and Frenkie in the midfield. While fans hope for Romeu’s resurgence, Girona’s sporting director, Quique Carcel, expresses a desire to bring back the midfielder, stating, “I’d love to bring Oriol Romeu back here from Barcelona, he did magic things for us. I’d love it, 100%. I don’t think it’s an impossible deal to make with Barca. Difficult but not impossible.”
