Stats show why €15 million-rated Barcelona star has improved the most under Flick

The likes of Frenkie de Jong, Gavi and Fermin Lopez may be back, but for now, Marc Casado continues to hold a starting spot, and it is easy to see why. 

The 21-year-old midfielder has been delivering exceptional performances, proving himself to be one of Barcelona’s standout players, especially during recent high-stakes matches. 

In the intense derby against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu, he showed his vision and precision with an impressive assist to Robert Lewandowski, helping the forward open the scoring. 

Following this, in the clash against Espanyol, Casado provided yet another perfectly placed pass to Raphinha, setting up Barcelona’s second goal of the match. 

Numbers show the impact

Casado’s stats this season speak for themselves, with five assists already under his belt, including three consecutive ones in critical matches. 

Besides his assists to Lewandowski and Raphinha, he also made a stunning cross-field pass to Raphinha during the game against Bayern Munich. 

This makes him the first Spanish Barcelona player to achieve three consecutive assists since the 2014-15 season—a notable accomplishment in itself. 

Marc Casado has five assists to his name this season. (Photo by Pedro Salado/Getty Images)

Moreover, he assisted Lamine Yamal against Monaco and Pedri against Girona, further showcasing his playmaking ability.

Casado is different

What sets Casado apart is his balance of offensive creativity and defensive stability. He’s not just a passer; he’s a relentless ball-winner as well. 

Over his last three games, Casado has recovered possession 16 times, demonstrating his ability to break up the opposition’s play and regain control for Barcelona. 

His precision is equally impressive—he has only lost possession twice in those three matches, underscoring his reliability on the ball.

The midfielder’s impact is perhaps even more notable in a squad filled with offensive powerhouses like Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha. 

While these forwards constantly push for goals, Casado operates as a quiet anchor in the midfield, providing stability and vision. 

Even with Barcelona’s key midfielders gradually returning, Casado has remained vital. Manager Hansi Flick has substituted him around the 70-minute mark in recent games, yet the young midfielder makes a profound impact every time he steps onto the pitch.

*Player valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on the date of publication.