La Liga had still not given up on deregistering Dani Olmo and Pau Victor, but the latest CSD ruling relieves culers. Laporta has once again won a battle against the Spanish league, but this situation makes us ask: Is this another temporary fix? Let’s discuss it in detail.
Is the CSD decision true justice or another Temporary Fix?
The CSD’s green light to Laporta’s Barca is undoubtedly a win for the Catalans. However, it’s not a clean one. Yes, Barca can play Olmo and Victor legally now, but the ruling still feels like a political shrug.
I believe this decision does not solve Barca’s registration problems but just kicks them down the road for some time. Barca has been a club that has been sacrificing its future for short-term relief, and this ‘relief’ feels the same. We must ask ourselves: How long are we going to tackle such off-the-field problems?
Dani Olmo’s Return from Injury is Crucial for Barca
Olmo is close to his return from injury, and this is positive news. The Spaniard was sidelined in March with an adductor injury but is now reportedly eyeing a comeback in the UCL clash against Dortmund this coming week. Olmo has proven why his creativity is crucial for Barca’s attack.
However, rushing him back could be reckless. Olmo has had three separate injuries this season. Therefore, Flick will need to use him smartly. His return is good news as Barca needs his talents in the upcoming big matches, but saving him from burnout is equally important.
Pau Victor’s Registration Matters More Than Fans Realize
Dani Olmo has, no doubt, dominated the registration saga headlines. However, Barca’s 23-year-old striker Pau Victor has also registered, and his retention is also somewhat critical. I know most fans will say that Victor has hardly played minutes for the past couple of months and might not be in Barca’s plans.
However, what I’ve seen in the youngster is hunger. Pau Victor got his much-needed minutes in Barca v Osasuna a few days ago, and the striker worked hard. We have seen how hard work can work wonders in Ferran Torres’ example; why not wait and see Pau Victor develop, too?