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Joan Laporta explained early Tuesday morning that the club will soon announce an agreement with Hansi Flick until 2028. Flick’s current contract runs until 2027. However, the German coach was more cautious at midday. He didn’t want to overshadow Wednesday’s important match against Newcastle, but made it clear that it’s still too early to discuss this matter because the team is in the middle of the season and because he still needs to analyze and decide his future with his family. He did, however, reveal that Barcelona will be the last club he manages in his career.
“I think it’s clear that I like working here, but I also value my independence. I have a great family and a lot of support. This is football, and I try to give my best to the team… but we’ll see. There’s time. I’m not thinking about going anywhere else. This will be my last job and that makes me happy,” Hansi Flick revealed this afternoon, ahead of the match against Newcastle.
The 61-year-old German coach stressed that he didn’t want to distract the team with personal matters. Barça plays the second leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie against Newcastle tomorrow, with the tie still up for grabs after a 1-1 draw at St. James’ Park. “I don’t think it’s the right time to talk about my contract renewal now. There’s an important match for the club and for our future. I’m very happy here, but I need to talk to my family. There will be time to discuss all of this,” the German manager added.
Good relationship between Laporta and Flick
Flick has never hidden his happiness at Barcelona and in the Catalan city. Furthermore, he maintains an excellent relationship with both the fans and the president, which facilitates communication. He also has a great connection with the squad. Those at the club are convinced he will extend his contract, despite his recent statements.
In his previous contract extension, signed last year, both parties reached an agreement weeks before the end of the season, but preferred to wait to officially announce it until the conclusion of the regular season on May 21. At that time, Flick signed until 2027, reflecting his preference for shorter contracts. Now, he will extend his contract for another season, until 2028, if the hopes of Laporta and the entire board and sporting department are confirmed.