FC Barcelona offers Hansi Flick a contract extension until 2028

Hansi Flick has established himself as a central figure in FC Barcelona's new sporting project. His impact in the locker room and the team's progressive recovery have led the club to take another step: internally considering the possibility of extending his contract until June 2028. However, the German coach maintains a clear and prudent stance.

Despite the fact that Flick's contract is valid until June 30, 2027, the sporting management considers it strategic for the coach to start next season with an additional year signed. This is not just about continuity, but about sending a message of absolute support both inside and outside the locker room.

Barça wants to secure the project and reinforce Flick's leadership

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The club's interest in extending the contract responds to clear sporting logic. Having Hansi Flick beyond 2027 would allow the project to have greater stability and reinforce his authority in a young and demanding dressing room. It was in this context that the recent meeting took place in Barcelona between Joan Laporta, Flick, and later Deco, a meeting interpreted as a gesture of institutional confidence.

From the Barça camp, the coach's rapport with the club's structure, as well as his daily involvement, is highly valued. The renewal proposal is not born out of contractual urgency, but from a clear desire to consolidate a cycle that is beginning to take shape.

Flick Prefers to Wait: Focus on Day-to-Day and Club Context

Despite Barça's interest, Flick is in no hurry. The German coach already proved last season that he prefers to postpone any debate about his future until the season is on track. His priority remains the daily work, the team's evolution, and the group's response in key momentsFurthermore, Hansi Flick is aware of the institutional context. Next year there will be elections for the presidency of FC Barcelona, and the coach is not in favor of committing the bench long-term without knowing the future political landscape, especially considering that it was Joan Laporta who pushed for his arrival

A satisfied coach, but aware of the wear and tear of the Barça bench

Flick feels comfortable in Barcelona, both professionally and personally. He values the city, the club, and the sporting challenge, but he is also fully aware of the extreme demands of managing Barça. The start of the season, marked by a high number of injuries, tested his management and adaptation skills.

With the season still ongoing, the coach believes the time to decide will come later. If the team achieves its set objectives and the current institutional project continues, the renewal until 2028 would not be a problem. Until then, Flick prefers to take things step by step, without mortgaging his future or that of the club.