Pedri and Jules Kounde are set to rejoin Barcelona’s starting lineup for the upcoming La Liga clash against Atletico Madrid at Spotify Camp Nou.
Flick should start Joan García in goal, with a back-line consisting of Koundé and Alejandro Balde as full-backs, and Pau Cubarsí alongside Eric García in central defence.
In midfield, the double pivot is likely to be made up of Pedri and Frenkie de Jong — a pairing set up to shield the defence and control tempo.
Meanwhile, the attacking trident is projected to include Lamine Yamal and Raphinha on the flanks, with Dani Olmo playing in the No. 10 role behind striker Robert Lewandowski.
The predicted XI — in a 4-2-3-1 formation: García; Koundé, García, Cubarsí, Balde; De Jong, Pedri; Yamal, Olmo, Raphinha; Lewandowski — reflects a balance between defensive cover and attacking flair, giving Flick plenty of options across the pitch.
The selection suggests Barcelona are aiming to regain control of midfield, shore up full-back areas, and rely on speed and creativity in wide areas and through the No. 10 slot, as they prepare to face a spirited Atlético side.