Barça wins, but Hansi Flick is thinking about something else: bomb from Germany

The afternoon at Camp Nou has offered more excitement than expected, especially because of how the match against Alavés started. The visiting team surprised with a goal from Pablo Ibáñez in the first minute, leaving a stadium that was still taking its seats stunned. That initial blow forced FC Barcelona to react with determination in order not to compromise a key match in the fight for LaLiga.

The Barça response didn't take long and Hansi Flick's team noticeably raised their offensive tempo. The combinations in the final third began to flow, and with them also came clear chances in the opponent's box. Before halftime, Barça managed to come from behind thanks to Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo, who started today.

The second half was calmer, marked by the composure of a Barça that already had the match under control. Flick opted to keep possession, move Alavés from side to side, and minimize unnecessary risks. The plan worked, and the three points stayed at Camp Nou without excessive scares.

Hansi Flick's plans confirmed from Germany

However, the match wasn't the only highlight of the day, as information has emerged from Germany that points directly to the Catalan club's summer transfer market. Hours before kickoff, several German media outlets leaked that Hansi Flick is pushing to speed up the arrival of a natural winger. The coach believes his project needs a player with speed, dribbling, and finishing ability, a profile he considers essential to complete the team's evolution.

The performance shown by Marcus Rashford is appealing, but the Barça coach has doubts about the investment. He believes the Englishman offers resources, but he's not sure that the €35 million cost is the best possible bet. Flick thinks the market offers alternatives that are better suited to what he wants, both in terms of potential and price.

That's where the name that's causing a real stir has appeared: Yan Diomande. The RB Leipzig winger is one of the sensations of the Bundesliga thanks to his power, his reading of space, and his determination in the final stretch of the attack. All of Germany is talking about him, and Flick, who knows the league perfectly, has reportedly expressly asked Barça to move to secure his signing.

Diomande represents exactly what the German coach is looking for to raise the team's competitive ceiling. His growth in Leipzig has been meteoric and his qualities fit perfectly with the offensive idea Flick wants to establish in Barcelona. The club, for now, remains cautious, although they know they can't let opportunities slip by if they really want to strengthen the squad with sound judgment.

It remains to be seen whether the striker's name will remain just a rumor or if Barça will decide to take a firm step toward his signing. Everything will depend on the available financial margin and the priorities set by the sporting management in the coming months. What is clear is that, although Barça won today, Hansi Flick's mind is already focused on the transfer market and on a target that could give his project a qualitative leap.