Barcelona academy starlet rated highly by Flick patiently waiting for his first-team debut | Barca Universal

"It was Tommy Marques' sixth consecutive call-up to Flick's Barcelona first-team squad, but once again, he did not make his debut. But, according to Mundo Deportivo, the Barça head coach has the youngster firmly in mind and is waiting for the right moment for him to take the step up. As for Marques himself, the player is waiting patiently and with enthusiasm for his opportunity. That moment is expected to come in 2026."

"Barça went into the game without key midfielder Pedri, who was left behind at home after suffering a mild muscle discomfort. It opened the path for manager Hansi Flick to call La Masia starlet Tommy Marques to the squad for the trip to Villarreal. Tommy Marques is a key figure for Juliano Belletti at Barça Atletic. With an imposing physical profile, standing at 1.86 metres tall, his steady development and reliability in play, particularly his tactical discipline and competitive nature, have convinced Flick."

Barcelona beat Villarreal 2-0 at Estadio de La Ceramica with goals from Raphinha and Lamine Yamal. Pedri missed the trip due to a mild muscle discomfort, prompting Hansi Flick to include La Masia midfielder Tommy Marques in the squad. Marques received his sixth consecutive call-up but did not make his debut, with his future first-team appearance anticipated in 2026. Marques has trained with the senior players and appeared regularly in squad lists, aside from the unregistered Champions League tie against Eintracht Frankfurt. At Barça Atlètic he is a key figure, standing 1.86 metres tall, praised for tactical discipline, physical profile, and adaptability.

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