Barcelona’s 17-year-old La Masia jewel has won over Hansi Flick after impressive pre-season display | OneFootball

Barcelona might just have unearthed their next big gem, and his name is Pedro ‘Dro’ Fernandez.

After a mesmerising pre-season tour, the 17-year-old has made a strong case for himself as one of the brightest talents coming through La Masia, and Hansi Flick has taken notice.

In fact, according to a report from AS, Dro has left a lasting impression on everyone within the Barcelona hierarchy.

The club is convinced he has everything it takes to eventually break into the first team, and they have already drawn up a personalised development plan for him.

From tactical evolution to physical refinement, the club is leaving no stone unturned, and the youngster, for his part, has taken it all in stride – no complaints, no ego, just quiet commitment.

Barcelona’s plan for Dro

Despite being lined up for several first-team training sessions, Dro will primarily feature for Barça Atletic this season. But don’t mistake that for a demotion. It is a calculated step.

Pedro Fernandez has impressed everyone at the club. (Photo by Paul Miller/Getty Images)

The club believes rushing his development could do more harm than good, and patience will be key in unlocking his true potential.

What makes Dro so exciting is how naturally his style of play fits into Barça’s DNA. He is tactically intelligent, technically sound, links up beautifully with teammates, and operates effortlessly between the lines.

Fitting in well

He even drew comparisons with players like Dani Olmo and Fermin Lopez during the pre-season.

His connection with Lamine Yamal during the match against Daegu FC was already being spoken about inside the club as a potential partnership for the future.

And it is not just about promise, as Dro delivered. He scored a stunning volley against Vissel Kobe and earned a starting place soon after. Hansi Flick has already marked him as ‘one of the chosen ones’, and that says everything.