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22-year-old Pedri is the best La Liga, Barcelona s new midfielder takes the lead

10:51am, 21 May 2025【Football】

There has never been a shortage of talented stars on the stage of La Liga, but when the 22-year-old Pedri won the Player of the Season selected by The Athletic, the entire football world was still boosted. This midfielder from Barcelona announced to the world with a stunning performance for a season that the new king of midfield has arrived at Camp Nou.

This season, Pedri's performance is phenomenal. Every time he touched the ball on the court, it seemed like he was playing a gorgeous music. Whether facing Real Madrid's tough pressing or Sevilla's iron barrel formation, he can handle it calmly, and control the rhythm of the game with delicate skills and excellent overall view. Data is the best proof of his strength: the pass success rate is as high as 92%, which means that he can accurately find his teammates with almost every pass; he averages 3.5 key passes per game, creating countless scoring opportunities for his teammates; he ranks among the top in assists, and is a key booster for the team's offense.

Pedri's passing ability is like a scalpel, accurately tearing open the opponent's defense line. In the game against Getafe, the situation on the field was in a stalemate and it was difficult for both sides to break the deadlock. After Pedri got the ball in the midfield, he observed his teammate's running position, and then used a straight pass that was just right to pass through Getafe's entire defense line and sent it directly to the forward's feet. The forward easily pushed the ball to score, helping Barcelona achieve a key victory. This pass not only demonstrates his excellent passing skills, but also reflects his keen insight into the game situation.

In addition to passing, Pedri's ball-handling ability is also amazing. On the court, he was like a ball master, and the ball seemed to stick to his feet. Facing multiple double-teams, he can always easily get rid of defense with flexible change and skillful dribbling. In the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals against Atletico Madrid, Pedri was surrounded by three Atletico players in the midfield. But he was calm and calm. He first shook a defensive player away with a fake move, then quickly turned around and avoided another player's tackle. Finally, he passed the ball to his teammates with better position in a small space. This series of actions was completed in one go, making the fans on the scene fascinated.

Pedri's omnipotence is also reflected in his defensive end. Although he is not tall and strong, his defensive awareness and fighting ability are excellent. He always runs tirelessly and actively participates in defense, building a solid midfield barrier for the team. In the five major European leagues, no one has more defenses than he has in each game. In the match against Sevilla, Sevilla's forward got a one-on-one chance in the counterattack. Pedri chased back from the other end of the court and successfully cut the ball at a critical moment to resolve the crisis. His fighting spirit also inspires every teammate around him.

Pedri's success was not accidental. He was born in Barcelona's famous La Macia youth training camp, which is the cradle of football geniuses and has trained countless world-class stars. During his days in Lamacia, Pedri trained hard every day and constantly polished his skills. His love and persistence for football has made him stand out among many young players. After entering the first team, he quickly adapted to the high-intensity game in La Liga, and with his own strength, he gradually became the core player of the team.

For Barcelona, ​​Pedri's election is of great significance. After the team experienced a series of turmoil and reconstruction, Pedri's rise has given fans a chance to revive the team. He is not only the organizer of the team's offense, but also a symbol of the team's spirit. His presence makes Barcelona's midfield more stable and powerful. Under his leadership, Barcelona has achieved excellent results in the La Liga this season and has also shown strong competitiveness in the Champions League.

And for Pedri himself, this award is just a new starting point in his career. He knew that he still had a long way to go and that there were more honors waiting for him to pursue. He hopes to continue to maintain this state, win more championships for Barcelona, ​​and contribute his strength to the Spanish national team.

22-year-old Pedri is already on the top of La Liga. His future is full of infinite possibilities. I believe that in the near future, he will definitely become a superstar in the world football world and let fans all over the world remember his name. And we are also fortunate to witness the growth of this talented player and look forward to him creating more glory in the future field.