Barcelona put injury-plagued duo on proven Pedri-style fitness plan, confirms Deco | OneFootball

With the 2024-25 season over and there being some months till the start of the 2025-26 season, FC Barcelona are currently working to strengthen their team for this upcoming season.

The Blaugrana are actively scouring the transfer market, targeting reinforcements to shore up the weaker areas of their team. From defensive solidity to attacking flair, the club is leaving no stone unturned in its quest to reclaim dominance.

At the same time, Barcelona are focusing on their current roster, ensuring their stars are in peak physical condition for the new season. A key part of this strategy involves tailored fitness programs for players recovering from injury setbacks.

Deco confirms Specific fitness plans for injury-plagued duo

According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona Sporting Director Deco revealed in a recent interview that the club is prioritizing the physical preparation of two key players who have been plagued by injuries in recent seasons, aiming to ensure their readiness for the 2025-26 campaign.

The players in question are Dani Olmo and Ronald Araujo. Olmo, a dynamic attacking midfielder, endured a frustrating 2024-25 season, with multiple injuries sidelining him for significant periods. These setbacks disrupted his rhythm and limited his contributions in crucial matches.

Similarly, centre-back Ronald Araujo faced his own challenges, missing the first half of the 2024-25 season while recovering from a muscular injury sustained with the Uruguay national team during the 2024 Copa América.

With personalized fitness plans, Barcelona are determined to see both stars return to their best, ready to lead the charge in the upcoming season.

Successful experiment with Pedri

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FC Barcelona’s approach draws inspiration from a successful experiment with Pedri ahead of the 2024-25 season. Fitness coach Julio Tous, working closely with the club’s medical team and the 22-year-old midfielder, conducted an in-depth analysis of the player’s muscle fibers.

This detailed study informed a bespoke training regimen designed to prevent injuries and elevate his physical performance, helping the young Spaniard rediscover his brilliance on the pitch.

The same meticulous process is now underway for Ronald Araujo and Dani Olmo. Barcelona have crafted a detailed routine for both players, outlining specific physical sessions, rest periods, and nutritional guidelines.

With these targeted strategies, the Blaugranes are banking on Araujo and Olmo staying fit and firing, ready to drive the team’s success in the 2025-26 season without injury setbacks.