Unexpected! Hansi Flick has written him off, goodbye, he is no longer in Barça's plans.

Barça is going through a stage of sporting reconstruction under the direction of Hansi Flick. The German coach has firmly bet on youth, trusting several players from La Masia to strengthen a project with its own identity. One of the clearest examples is Dro Fernández, whom Flick has given prominence and minutes at key moments of the season.

That faith in young talent has been one of Hansi Flick's hallmarks since his arrival in Barcelona. However, not all academy players have had the same luck. Some footballers who started with a presence in the first team have gradually lost prominence until they faded into obscurity.

Hansi Flick's first discard is already confirmed

The most striking case is Jofre Torrents. The full-back, who started the season with opportunities and good impressions, has completely disappeared from Hansi Flick's plans. His gradual absence from the squad lists has even surprised those inside the Barça locker room, where many expected to see him establish himself as a real alternative to Balde.

Jofre Torrents was one of the standout performers during the preseason Asian tour. His speed, boldness, and ability to break lines while carrying the ball had made him a very interesting option to give Balde some rest. However, his name hasn't disappeared completely: he has only played in two LaLiga matches, totaling 38 minutes (38 min.).

Jofre Torrents returns to the reserve team at a critical moment

Jofre Torrents isn't in Hansi Flick's plans, which has led him back to the reserve team. There, under Belletti's orders, the academy product has found the minutes he has lacked with the senior squad. In October alone, he has started in 3 of the 4 matches that Barça Atlètic has played.

Although Hansi Flick surely has his reasons, the decision to do without Jofre Torrents comes at a delicate moment. Balde still hasn't shown his best form and Gerard Martín, meanwhile, also hasn't fully convinced. It could be a good time for Jofre to start getting minutes.

Despite this context, Jofre Torrents still hasn't received a new opportunity. Flick believes that his performance in training hasn't been the desired one and that he still lacks tactical maturity to compete at the highest level. In that sense, the German has preferred to bet on more experienced players like Gerard Martín and Balde.

This decision doesn't mean the door is definitively closed, but it is a step back in his progression. The club understands that Jofre needs to keep developing, especially in the physical aspect and in decision-making. Hansi Flick, demanding by nature, believes that he is still "green" to take on constant responsibilities at the elite level.