Pedri Absent, Four Young Talents Included: Barcelona Announces 21-Man Squad for Celta Vigo Match

Barcelona has officially announced its 21-man squad for the final match of the season. Unfortunately, due to injuries, Pedri and Alejandro Balde will not be available for the game. In addition, Ronald Araujo has been given a rest and will also miss out on the match. It is worth noting that Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets have already played their final game for the club.

However, in an exciting development, Barcelona’s new coach, Xavi Hernandez, has decided to include four promising young talents from the Barca Athletic team in the squad. Marc Guiu, Dani Rodriguez, Pau Prim, and Unai Hernandez have been given the opportunity to join the senior squad for the final game of the season, showcasing the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent.

The full squad consists of three goalkeepers: Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Inaki Pena, and Arnau Tenas. The defensive line includes Marcos Alonso, Eric Garcia, Jules Kounde, and Andreas Christensen. In midfield, Gavi, Pablo Torre, Franck Kessie, Frenkie de Jong, Sergi Roberto, Pau Prim, and Unai Hernandez have been selected. The attacking options include Ansu Fati, Robert Lewandowski, Ferran Torres, Raphinha, Ousmane Dembele, as well as Marc Guiu and Dani Rodriguez.

While it is true that Xavi may not utilize all of the young players in the final match, their inclusion in the squad reflects the club’s trust in their abilities and provides them with valuable experience and exposure to the senior team environment.

Barcelona fans eagerly anticipate the match, as it will mark the end of a significant season for the club. It also offers an exciting glimpse into the future, with the presence of promising young talents alongside established stars. Xavi’s decision to invite the young players to be a part of the squad demonstrates his commitment to nurturing and developing the next generation of Barcelona players.