Flick explains decision to start Olmo in Barcelona attack vs Galatasaray: ‘That’s what it’s about’

In a little while, FC Barcelona will take the field at the Rams Park Arena to face Galatasaray in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League. With the Barcelona captain unavailable through injury, Flick had opted to start Gabriel Jesus as the No. 9 against Getafe, and the summer signing had delivered a solid performance capped with a goal. But tonight, the manager decided to switch things up and operate with Olmo as the false nine, while Fermin Lopez comes into the team to play as the attacking midfielder. "It's going to be difficult.