"Now, according to SPORT, Flick is said to have grown very fond of Xavi Espart, who has made a big impression on the Barcelona head coach. The 18-year-old right-back has become a regular presence in first-team training since last month and has been constantly included in the squad lists by the manager. Despite being in four matchday squads in recent weeks, Espart has not made his official senior debut for the Blaugrana, but it could be just around the corner."
"After all, Flick, his staff, and the club appreciate his potential, work ethic, and commitment, and see him as a promising talent within the club's ranks with a bright future. Espart could be included in the squad list again for the Club Brugge match, as in recent weeks. Whether it leads to an official debut for the midfielder turned right-back remains to be seen."
FC Barcelona returned to training after a 3-1 win over Elche as preparations continued for the Champions League tie with Club Brugge. Andreas Christensen rejoined group training after missing the last three matches. Teenage defender Xavi Espart was called up from Barça Atlètic to train with the senior squad and has featured regularly in first-team sessions and matchday lists. Espart has appeared in four recent matchday squads but has not yet made a senior debut. He has played six games for Barça Atlètic with one goal and one assist, and scored twice in two UEFA Youth League appearances for Juvenil A.
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