There’s something in the air in Barcelona making this pre-season feel different.
Players are arriving early to train, and to show their commitment to a manager who has stated that everyone will start from scratch, and must prove themselves.
Perhaps it’s not surprising to see Ansu Fati putting in the extra work. In addition to convincing Xavi, who so far hasn’t counted on the young Spaniard, he’ll want to make sure his body is strong and able to mitigate potential injuries.
There is hope for Ansu, and other Barcelona players, who may question whether a manager really is capable of changing their opinion.