Hansi Flick supports Julián Alvarez amid World Cup struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick expressed unwavering confidence in Julián Alvarez despite the forward not scoring or assisting in five World Cup matches this summer. Alvarez is currently competing with Argentina to defend their championship title but has not played a decisive role while rotating with Lautaro Martínez. Reports of concern from Barcelona about Alvarez's performance have been dismissed by Flick, who believes Alvarez's presence will benefit the team strategically. Flick's commitment to Alvarez aligns with the views of other Barcelona officials.
- •Hansi Flick reassures his support for Julián Alvarez.
- •Alvarez has not contributed goals or assists during the World Cup.
- •Barcelona remains interested in acquiring Alvarez from Atlético Madrid.
- •Alvarez shares playing time with Lautaro Martínez for Argentina.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — How Barcelona boss Flick has reacted to Julián Alvarez’s World Cup form
"Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has not been at all negatively swayed by the level of performance produced by Blaugrana transfer target Julián Alvarez at this summer’s World Cup to date.This comes...
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