Sat May 03 19:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Barça Youth Player Dani Rodríguez Set for Valladolid Debut Amidst Planned Rotations
**Barcelona, Spain** – Barcelona manager Hansi Flick plans to give several youth players significant playing time in Saturday’s match against Real Valladolid, prioritizing squad rotation ahead of Tuesday’s crucial Champions League clash against Inter Milan. Among the academy players called up for the Valladolid game are Dani Rodríguez, Landry Farré, and Noah Darvich.
Flick is particularly keen on giving Dani Rodríguez his first-team debut at the José Zorrilla stadium. The manager, who intends to include Rodríguez in the next pre-season squad, is considering giving the young winger minutes in the second half.
The 17-year-old Rodríguez, who joined Barcelona’s La Masia academy from Real Sociedad in 2020, has impressed Flick with his pace, skill, and versatility. Despite suffering from muscle injuries this season, limiting him to 10 appearances (3 titularidades), he has shown his potential with three goals and several assists. His contract was recently extended until 2027, despite interest from clubs including Real Sociedad, Athletic Bilbao, and several Premier League teams. Rodríguez is a Spanish youth international and can play across the forward line. Flick’s decision highlights the club’s commitment to integrating promising academy talent into the first team.
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