Barcelona advised to hire Hansi Flick over Klopp and Nagelsmann
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:25 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Barcelona appointed Hansi Flick as manager in 2024 after receiving recommendations from Ralf Rangnick. Joan Laporta sought advice on potential managerial candidates and eventually decided on Flick, who has led the team to titles in La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. Rangnick had emphasized Flick's tactical abilities and management skills, particularly with younger players. Having secured a contract extension, Flick is set to remain with Barcelona until 2028.
- •Hansi Flick became Barcelona's manager in 2024.
- •Flick has won La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Spanish Super Cup titles.
- •Joan Laporta consulted Ralf Rangnick before hiring Flick.
- •Rangnick noted Flick's tactical strength and ability to manage players.
- •Flick's contract extends to 2028.
- 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — How Barcelona were urged to appoint Hansi Flick over Jurgen Klopp and Julian Nagelsmann
"Joan Laporta was offered some advice about potential managers.
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