Both Flick and Luis Enrique have chosen a dynamic defensive midfielder who combines precise passing ability with safe ball progression, in line with a new trend in modern football, as reported by the Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo".

The newspaper explained that the evolution of the defensive midfield position has come as a result of high pressure on teams, forcing players in this position to seek innovative solutions for building attacks. Barcelona, under Flick's leadership, and Paris Saint-Germain, under Luis Enrique's guidance, have elevated the standard of this position through players like De Jong and Vitinha, who excel in creating advantages for their teams during matches.

The newspaper noted that the understanding between De Jong and Pedri has begun to form an exemplary partnership in the world of football, while the style of some classical coaches remains intact but is adaptable to the team's needs.

Mundo Deportivo confirmed that the trend in the defensive midfield position reflects teams' ability to innovate and transcend stereotypes, enriching offensive performance while achieving defensive balance simultaneously.