In a short while at FC Barcelona, Hansi Flick has endeared himself to the membership administration and followers alike, having turned the workforce’s fortunes round after a troublesome final season.
Beneath the German, the Blaugrana have already received the Spanish Tremendous Cup and are sitting on the prime of the desk in La Liga whereas being within the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey and the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League.
Upon becoming a member of Barça final summer season, the 60-year-old tactician signed a two-year contract with the membership till 2026.
Barcelona might be Flick’s final job
Now, in accordance with journalist Miguel Rico (h/t FCB World), folks in Flick’s interior circles strongly imagine that Barcelona will likely be his final managerial position.
As has already been reported, Barça president Joan Laporta and director Deco’s greatest want is for Flick to increase his contract, at the least by one other 12 months, conserving him on the membership till 2027.
“We’re additionally very pleased with the work that’s being carried out and if the whole lot continues like this, we’ll work to maintain it going for a few years. From right here, the time will come, however it isn’t a precedence now for us or for him,” Deco had mentioned on the matter final month.
Flick’s contract runs till 2026. (Picture by Alex Caparros/Getty Pictures)
With the membership nonetheless competing for La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Champions League titles, the previous Bayern Munich and Germany supervisor has full management over his future.
Speaking a few potential renewal again in January, Flick had mentioned: “I haven’t considered it. Issues occur in a short time in Barcelona. I really feel superb. I wish to work at Barça, I’ve a 12 months and a half on my contract. Now I’ve to deal with teaching.”
Household stays Flick’s prime precedence, a sentiment he has overtly expressed, particularly after his spouse Silke’s battle with breast most cancers.
On the identical time, although, he’s at present absolutely dedicated to Barcelona, exceeding even Laporta’s expectations since his appointment final summer season. The gamers, in the meantime, are additionally absolutely behind the German tactician’s philosophy.
For now, Flick stays absolutely centered on the continued season and doesn’t need any distractions.