Official: Barcelona appoint Hansi Flick as new manager
Barcelona have officially signed Hansi Flick as their new manager for the next two years, replacing Xavi Hernandez.
The announcement was made on Wednesday, following confirmation from Vice-President Rafa Yuste on Tuesday.
The delay in announcing Flick’s appointment was attributed to finalizing the severance details with outgoing manager Xavi Hernandez.
Meanwhile, Xavi, who waived the €11-12 million owed for his final year, will reclaim the €2.5 million he paid to join from Al-Sadd. His staff will also retain their fees in their redundancy package.
Hansi Flick signs as new Barca manager – Getty image
Flick’s appointment is a critical decision for President Joan Laporta.
According to Diario AS, if Flick fails, it could jeopardize Laporta’s position ahead of the 2026 elections.
On the other hand, a successful stint could bolster Laporta’s bid for a fourth term at the club.
Sporting Director Deco’s future is also tied to the team’s performance this summer.
