Without Pedri there is no control. The thrashing in the first leg meant that Hansi Flick gave Pedri a rest, and he had to resort to him during the last half hour to win a battle he had not had throughout the game despite De Jong having to be everywhere.
Borussia Dortmund’s energetic performance in the first half was unsettling Barça, who were searching for their essence. Fermin couldn’t find his zone of action and was playing too far to the right to help Koundé, leaving Gavi and, above all, De Jong, who was struggling, very isolated. Barça were not at all comfortable.
With Pedri’s introduction, the German impetus slowed down and Barça gained a little more control of the game. His entrance onto the field was providential in calming the German euphoria and allowing the azulgranas to keep the ball more and get closer to the opposition goal, although for once his effect was noticeable, but did not have a long-term impact.
With the result of the first leg, Flick opted to give the Canarian a rest, but the experiment made it clear to him that without him, Barça lose their way. Pedri is the compass of Hansi Flick’s team and the half hour he played was noticeable. Without a doubt, the German coach will count on him in the decisive matches to come in the fight for the treble.
Pedri increases in value and his value skyrockets
The specialized portal Transfermrkt published its latest update on the market value of footballers. In the case of Barça, the most revalued footballer is Pedri, whose value has skyrocketed. This is more than justified given the great performance that the player is showing under the orders of Hansi Flick.
His great form has caused Pedri’s market valuation to skyrocket in the latest valuation made by the specialized portal ‘Transfermarkt’. The Barça player’s valuation has increased by 20 million euros to 120 million euros.
Pedri’s increased valuation has taken him to a record high, bringing him closer to the two most expensive Spanish players in history, Lamine Yamal (180 million euros) and citizen Rodri (130 million euros). “Injury-free, Pedri’s skills are well known, and the extension of his contract until 2030 rewards his status at the club,” says Tobias Blaseio, who is responsible for LaLiga market values at Transfermarkt, regarding the Canarian’s increase.