Barcelona’s coaching staff have decided to promote from within as they prepare to replace outbound midfielder Marc Casadó ahead of the remainder of the season, with young talent Xavi Espart set to step into Hansi Flick’s first-team setup.

Casadó is expected to seal his departure from the Catalan capital before the summer transfer window closes. The 22-year-old Spanish midfielder has been deemed surplus to requirements under manager Hansi Flick and his technical staff, paving the way for an exit after serving largely as a rotational piece.

Indications of Casadó's imminent departure are already evident, with his squad number 17 no longer listed on La Liga’s official website as final arrangements for his transfer are completed.

La Masia Solution for Hansi Flick

Rather than entering the transfer market to sign a replacement, Barcelona executives and Flick's coaching staff have resolved to rely on the club's famed youth academy ranks. Emerging talent Xavi Espart has been identified as the player to fill the vacancy left by Casadó.

Espart, traditionally a full-back, made a strong impression during pre-season preparations where he shone in an advanced midfield role. According to a report by Mundo Deportivo, his versatility and performances have convinced Flick’s staff that he is ready to make the step up to regular first-team involvement.