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Trust and confidence: the secret sauce to the Barcelona defender’s success this season

Alejandro Balde has been in the news lately for an unfortunate reason. The Barcelona defender was the target of racist chants during the match against Getafe last weekend.

Since then, Balde has received immense support from the club and his teammates, while FIFA president Gianni Infantino has also condemned the racial abuse that occurred at the Getafe stadium.

Bucket: A renewed beacon for Barcelona

Despite the unfortunate event that occurred over the weekend, Balde is enjoying a great season in Catalonia.

Once sidelined by a hamstring injury, the youngster has returned with a vengeance and has become a key operator in Barcelona’s defense under the leadership of Hansi Flick.

According to Diario SPORT, all this is thanks to meticulous planning by the Barcelona board. The decision to wait until the end of the season for his return was strategic, focusing on strengthening his right leg, vital for a player characterized by his explosive pace.

This approach has paid off as Balde now turns in performances that have fans and critics alike praising him.

Flick has brought out the best in Balde (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

What motivates Bucket under Flick?

Although it was Xavi Hernández who was the key behind Baldé’s breakthrough at Barcelona, ​​the former coach, in many ways, failed to properly utilize the left-back’s qualities.

The previous tactical setup did not make the most of his speed and transition game, often leaving him running “at half throttle”.

However, Flick’s arrival has changed the narrative. Recognizing Balde’s potential, the coaching staff has adapted a training regimen that pushes him to his physical limits, treating him like the “beast.”

This season, the focus has been on harnessing Balde’s unique genetic gifts. The training sessions are designed not only to recover but also to improve your natural abilities.

This has led to a noticeable improvement in his game, with one goal and five assists to his name, bringing him closer to his tally from the previous season.

Balde’s goal now will be to continue his rapid growth and become one of the best in the world.

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