Jose Mourinho praises Barcelona's progress under Hansi Flick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho spoke positively about Barcelona's development under Hansi Flick during an interview on El Chiringuito TV. He acknowledged Flick and sporting director Deco for their contributions, noting significant changes at Barcelona. Mourinho also commented on young player Lamine Yamal's potential and offered a critical view on the ongoing Negreira case, suggesting accountability for past actions. He emphasized the importance of Barcelona for La Liga, stating that the league should have the club within it.
- •Mourinho offers praise for Barcelona's Hansi Flick and Deco.
- •Comments made during El Chiringuito TV interview.
- •Acknowledges Lamine Yamal's talent and potential.
- •Discusses the Negreira case and calls for accountability.
- •States that La Liga benefits from having Barcelona.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho talks Flick, Deco, Lamine, Negreira case: ‘La Liga must have Barcelona’
"Jose Mourinho has offered a surprisingly positive assessment of Barcelona’s work under Hansi Flick, praising both the German manager and sporting director Deco despite the fierce rivalry between the...
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