Yamal is not alone in Barcelona’s plight for European success, though. The teenager has the help of Raphinha, who recorded a staggering 56 goal contributions under Flick, and Robert Lewandowski, who found the back of the net 42 times last season.

Former Barcelona president Joan Gaspart has predicted Nico Williams’ decision to renew his contract at Athletic Bilbao could spell trouble for the player and the Basque club.