‘I owe him my life’ – Barcelona midfielder makes heartfelt Hansi Flick confession
‘I owe him my life’ – Barcelona midfielder makes heartfelt Hansi Flick confession After spending much of the season fighting his way back from a devastating injury setback, Marc Bernal is now daring to dream again. The young Barcelona midfielder has enjoyed a strong end to the campaign and could yet receive the biggest reward of his career in the coming days. With the Spanish national team preparing to announce its final squad for the upcoming World Cup, Bernal remains in contention.
The teenager is part of the extended shortlist prepared by Spain manager Luis de la Fuente, and despite fierce competition, the midfielder is refusing to lose hope. Would be an honour The Barça talent admitted that wearing the Spain shirt at senior level remains one of his biggest ambitions. Bernal would be thrilled to play at the World Cup.
(Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Of course I’d love to go; representing a country is the ultimate achievement for a footballer, and I haven’t ruled myself out yet,” he said, as per SPORT . The youngster also revealed that he is delaying any summer plans while waiting for the final decision from the Spain coach. “For the moment, I’m not making any plans for the summer until the final squad is announced on Monday.
” Praise for Hansi Flick The season has not been an easy one for Bernal. Just when he was beginning to establish himself in the first team under Hansi Flick, a serious knee injury stopped his momentum and kept him sidelined for almost a year. However, the midfielder has responded brilliantly in recent months, and his late-season performances have once again reminded many at Barcelona why the club rates him so highly.
Bernal is thankful to Hansi Flick. (Photo by Judit Cartiel/Getty Images) There is now a growing feeling that his opportunity with the senior national team may not be too far away. At the same time, Bernal, whose contract renewal is under consideration , also praised Flick for the trust he has shown him from the very beginning.