Barcelona president Joan Laporta says the club hope to announce a new contract for Hansi Flick shortly
.Flick is expected to sign on until 2028 in the wake of Laporta’s election win, and the president wants the matter resolved quickly.
“We want to renew his contract until 2028, giving him a year’s grace period each year. He’s in favour, and we’ll announce the agreement shortly because he’s very happy here. It’s a decision made by Hansi, Yuste, and Deco,” he told RAC1.
“Flick has contributed, while
respecting our genuine style of football, the qualities of a disciplined person with extremely high standards. He’s made the team function well again with the same players. He explains things clearly and addresses all questions. His sincerity in explaining the footballing model, his way of working, and his expressive gestures… He has a group discipline and footballing vision that the Barcelona fans accept.
“It would demonstrate stability and that we’re winning. I think it’s possible he’ll stay with Barça for another five years. He’s a young man, with a lot of energy, and he’s happy in the city.”
Laporta also wants Deco to stay on and continue in his role as sporting director.
“I would very much like to renew his contract. This rapport with Flick is very important. They know a lot about football,” he added.
“I hope Deco wants to continue. He’s a reserved, introverted person, happy with his work, he suffers a lot, he has a strong character. They get along very well and respect each other as people.”
Flick’s current deal runs until 2027 but he’s always made it clear he’s happy at Barcelona and wants to stay.
