El Clásico is almost upon us, and FC Barcelona has a surprise up their sleeve for the showdown against Real Madrid. According to reports, teenage sensation Roony Bardghji has edged out Marcus Rashford for a starting spot, with manager Hansi Flick impressed by the youngster's recent performances.

With Lamine Yamal sidelined, the right-wing position has been up for grabs, and Bardghji has seized the opportunity. The Swedish international has started Barcelona's last two matches against Getafe and Osasuna, showing flashes of brilliance despite the immense pressure of filling Yamal's shoes. While his form dipped slightly in those games, he still managed to create key chances—a testament to his growing confidence at the highest level.

Rashford, who joined on loan and has been deployed on the right flank, also impressed as a substitute. However, Flick appears to favor Bardghji's natural fit on the right side, where his defensive support against Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior and his pace to exploit Fran García's vulnerabilities could be decisive.

Bardghji is expected to line up alongside Robert Lewandowski and Fermín López in a dynamic front three. Lewandowski, despite facing competition from Ferran Torres for the No. 9 role, has earned Flick's trust with consistent displays and will make his third consecutive La Liga start. Fermín's spot on the left has never been in question, rounding out a youthful, high-energy attack.

As the Clásico approaches, all eyes will be on Bardghji to see if he can rise to the occasion on the biggest stage in club football.