The 23rd round of the 2025/26 La Liga season will feature a key match, with defending champions Barcelona hosting Mallorca at Camp Nou. At a press conference, Flick stated that he values the players being in a positive environment, as this better motivates them to perform at their best.

After scoring through Yamal, Ferran Torres, and Rashford, Barcelona defeated Elche 3-1 in their last key match. With two consecutive wins, Barcelona currently sits atop the league table with 55 points, but only one point ahead of second-placed Real Madrid, making the title race still very tight.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said, "I am satisfied with our style of play. We need to be more focused when taking our chances, but the team is currently in good form."

“It’s important to let Yamar enjoy the game, and that’s what we need to help him do. You can see that in his performances; he’s scoring more and more goals, and he has even greater potential to unlock.”

Furthermore, 22-year-old Spanish midfielder Fermín extended his contract with Barcelona until 2031 last month. So far this La Liga season, Fermín has contributed 4 goals and 5 assists for Barcelona, and in the Champions League, he has scored 5 goals and provided 3 assists, successfully playing a key role in the team.

Flick said, "Fermin loves Barcelona. He has talent and intensity, and he's in the best form of his career. I'm happy for him and the club; it's a fantastic decision."

"Ferranquil de Jong has an excellent touch on the ball, and as he gets older and more experienced, he is naturally developing into a leader. He feels very comfortable in Barcelona, and he loves the club and the city."

In addition, Barcelona defeated Albacete 2-1 in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals earlier in the season, thanks to goals from Yamal and Araujo, thus advancing to the semifinals. After the match, Araujo said that coach Flick was loved by the players like a father.

"The key is the team atmosphere. Sometimes, because of my age, the players feel that I am more like their grandfather than their father. The most important thing is that the players give their all. When the atmosphere is good, they will train better and be more motivated to give more."

Flick added, "Playing three games in six days, but I see the team in a very positive environment, which is what I value most. The mutual respect between the coach and the players allows everyone to perform at their best."

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