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Hansi Flick confirms player exits and promises FC Barcelona fans

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Hansi Flick confirms player exits and promises FC Barcelona fans
Summary

Hansi Flick, head coach of FC Barcelona, addressed fans after a 1-0 defeat to Udinese in a preseason match on August 8. Following this loss, Flick made a promise to supporters, stating that the team's atypical preseason is a result of players’ holidays and absences. He confirmed the departures of Marc Casado and Roony Bardghji, as well as a potential loan move for Ronald Araujo to Liverpool. Flick emphasized the challenges of managing the squad during this transition period and noted the team's upcoming preseason match against Basel on August 16.

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  • •Barcelona lost 1-0 to Udinese in preseason on August 8.
  • •Flick made a promise addressing fans about the preseason.
  • •Casado and Bardghji confirmed as summer exits.
  • •Araujo likely to be loaned to Liverpool.
  • •Barcelona continues its preseason campaign against Basel on August 16.
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Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick made a promise to the team's fans and also confirmed the exits of a couple of players.

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