UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League phase 6Borussia Dortmund - FC Barcelona - Source: Getty
Football pundit Roberto Jimenez has lavished praise on Barcelona manager Hansi Flick for helping Inaki Pena turn his fortunes around this season. The La Masia graduate's services became paramount after Marc-Andre ter Stegen suffered a season-ending injury during Barcelona's 5-1 win against Villarreal in September.
Fans and critics heavily criticized Inaki Pena when he was asked to fill in for the injured Ter Stegen. However, the Spanish shot-stopper has shown his mettle and made crucial saves against top oppositions like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Borussia Dortmund.
In a discussion with Football Espana, former Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Roberto Jimenez explained the impact of a manager's backing on a player's performance. The 38-year-old credited Hansi Flick for helping Pena improve his game compared to last season.
