Barcelona supervisor Hansi Flick has far exceeded expectations this season within the Catalan capital, with expectations as little as they’ve been because the departure of Lionel Messi. It’s no shock that President Joan Laporta is determined to tie the German coach to himself and the membership as a lot as potential.
Flick has left hints in current months that he doesn’t see himself being on the membership for various years, and has mentioned extra not too long ago that what’s necessary for him is the right here and now. Nonetheless Laporta has been eager to signal Flick to a brand new deal, with the German getting into the ultimate yr of his deal this summer season, initially solely given a two-year contract.
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In congruence with Flick’s discourse, his new deal is not going to be a protracted one, with the extension lasting solely till 2027. Marca say that the deal is already agreed, and the one factor lacking is the announcement. That is for a wide range of causes, starting with Flick’s choice himself. He’s eager to keep away from distractions, and in consequence, the announcement will come after the tip of the season.
One other issue within the timing is Barcelona’s wage restrict. As soon as the deal is made official, the Blaugrana should discover a option to register the brand new contract, one thing that’s presently not a easy matter for the Blaugrana, as they attempt to resolve their wage restrict points as soon as extra. They hope to have the ability to accomplish that earlier than the tip of June. Flick’s extension will even take him previous the present election cycle, with Laporta set to run once more in 2026 for re-election: the contract will present an escape clause for each Flick and the brand new president, ought to it not be Laporta.
Actually Flick will little doubt be hoping that Barcelona do have some spending energy in the summertime. Whereas utilizing the La Masia gamers has labored in his favour this season, as he features extra credit score and weight within the Barcelona workplaces, he’ll little doubt be eager so as to add some depth to the Barcelona squad, one which he was given with solely Dani Olmo and Pau Victor for additions following a disappointing season.