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Barcelona pursues Fabregas as future coach to succeed Flick

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 7:35 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Barcelona pursues Fabregas as future coach to succeed Flick

Summary

Barcelona has sent Alejandro Echevarría to Como to negotiate with Cesc Fabregas for a potential coaching position. Fabregas is regarded as the primary candidate to succeed Hansi Flick, who has a contract with the club until 2028. The move eliminates the possibility of Luis Enrique returning, due to salary demands and reluctance to external input on squad management. This interest showcases Fabregas's rapid ascent in coaching, having successfully led Como from Serie B to the Champions League.

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Key Details

•Barcelona aims to secure Cesc Fabregas as future head coach.
•Alejandro Echevarría represents Barcelona in talks with Fabregas.
•Hansi Flick's contract runs until 2028, with an option for 2029.
•Luis Enrique is ruled out due to financial and management concerns.
•Fabregas has led Como to the Champions League from Serie B.

Latest Updates

7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona send representative to Como to secure Fabregas as Flick’s long-term successor

What they're saying

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Cesc Fabregas has emerged as Barcelona’s primary target to succeed Hansi Flick, with the Catalan club having already sent an emissary to Como in an attempt to secure a pre-agreement with the coach f...
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