Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has revealed why he rejected the membership’s provide of a long-term contract extension, selecting as an alternative to signal a shorter one-year deal.
The German supervisor, who took cost of Barcelona final summer time, was supplied a three-year contract by the membership’s hierarchy following a formidable debut season. Nonetheless, Flick has determined to increase his keep by only one extra 12 months till 2027, as an alternative of committing to a longer-term Bargain.
Talking forward of Barcelona’s LaLiga match towards Leganés, Flick opened up about his resolution.
“I’m actually having fun with my time right here,” he stated. “The workers, the gamers, everybody—they’re unbelievable. The environment is improbable, like a household. I really like dwelling in Barcelona, and I’m filled with power and concepts to maintain bettering this crew.”
Regardless of his optimistic expertise, Flick confused that he prefers to take issues step-by-step.
“I’m not the kind of coach who indicators a three-year deal simply to really feel safe. I wish to work for this membership — the very best membership on this planet — step-by-step, paso a paso,” Flick defined.
“Proper now, it’s one 12 months… Then we’ll see. If everybody’s completely satisfied, we transfer ahead collectively. However I’m targeted on the current — we’ve acquired numerous work to do.”
Underneath Flick’s management, Barcelona are having fun with an outstanding season, sitting prime of LaLiga, by means of to the Copa del Rey remaining, and powerful favourites within the UEFA Champions League — elevating hopes of a doable treble.
The 59-year-old’s choice for a short-term deal highlights his deal with efficiency and progress, slightly than long-term safety, as he continues to information the Catalan giants by means of a profitable marketing campaign.