Bardghji's rematch: Barça's latest venture that breaks with the usual standards

Barcelona"It's a style of play somewhat similar to Messi's." This is how Denmark describes Roony Bardghji (pronounced Bardadgi in Catalan), the 19-year-old Copenhagen player who, barring any twists and turns, will sign for Barça in the coming days. The Swedish winger has already passed his medical with the club, as journalist Fabrizio Romano has pointed out, and only the contract needs to be signed. Hansi Flick has acquired one of the most promising players in Nordic football today, with the question of whether to keep him or find him a loan where he'll get playing time.

"He's a small player, not as fast as Mbappé, but he has great acceleration with the ball at his feet." This is how Victor Risager describes Bardghji, whom he has seen grow in recent years. The Danish journalist Tipsbladet He adds that, although his natural position is right wing, he can also play centrally as an attacking midfielder, an area usually occupied by Dani Olmo at Barça. He is most comfortable coming off the wing to finish centrally and shoot with his left foot. "He is a technical player who can dribble and has a low center of gravity," adds Danish analyst Axel Moen. Another of his strengths, according to Moen, is his finishing. Although he hasn't scored many goals, he has a great shot on goal.

Nicklas Degn, a journalist at Radio III, compares him to other players who have triumphed in Europe, such as Rayan Cherki (recently signed by Manchester City) and Mohamed Salah (who has been linked with Barça in the summer). He also emphasizes that it was a surprise to everyone when he was linked with the Catalan club, especially after his injury. Bardghji has been sidelined for almost a year since tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in training in May 2024. More than 300 days later, on March 31, 2025, he returned to play an official match with Copenhagen, playing 243 minutes in the final stretch of the season. However, as is often the case after such a long period of inactivity, Bardghji suffered a minor muscle injury, although Denmark claims he is 100% recovered. However, he needs to play regularly.

Minutes on a team that has the ball

A situation, that of having a leading role, seems complicated at Barça right now. Aside from the demand to perform from day one, the Swedish winger shares a position with Lamine Yamal. The cruciate ligament injury cut short the progression of a promising youngster who, for the moment, hasn't recovered the level he displayed previously. However, everyone who has seen him play assures that with continuity, he will once again demonstrate the quality he possesses in his boots.

Given this situation, the sporting directors are considering the option of seeking a loan for him so he can adapt to the Spanish League and regain the good feeling he had prior to his long-term injury. According to journalist Juan Carlos Taura, Mallorca, who had shown interest in signing the winger directly, have reportedly inquired with Barça about a possible loan. But in Denmark, they believe Bardghji needs to join a team that dominates the ball. Another option is to play him in the reserve team to prepare him for the jump to the first team. This way, he would also adapt to Barça's style of play and could benefit from being under Hansi Flick's command in training.

A hard-working footballer

Aside from his footballing talents, the Swedish winger also stands out for his attitude on and off the field. Journalist Victor Risager describes him as a very dedicated and professional player whose goal is "to be the best in the world." He also highlights his confidence in his own abilities, an important factor when playing for a club like Barça, where the pressure is high. Nicklas Degn also highlights the 19-year-old's maturity.