Overview

• The midfielder has started all eight Barcelona matches under Hansi Flick this season and is typically substituted only once the outcome is settled.
• Flick publicly called Pedri “one of the captains,” signaling a formal elevation in his leadership status.
• Pedri said Barcelona’s revamped physical preparation is the key to his consistent availability, noting only minor personal adjustments.
• Ahead of the Champions League meeting with PSG at Montjuïc, he predicted the contest would hinge on control of the midfield.
• Despite widespread praise, including from Paul Scholes, Pedri ranked 11th in the Ballon d’Or voting with 124 points.