Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has confirmed that he has signed a new two-year contract with the Catalan club, with an option for a third season. The 61-year-old German manager secured a second consecutive LaLiga title on Sunday with a 2-0 victory over arch-rivals Real Madrid.
Flick Expresses Gratitude
"Obviously, I'm very happy; it gives me the confidence to keep working for another year or two," Flick said at the press conference ahead of Wednesday's league visit to Alaves. "I think many coaches would be very happy to sign a three, four or five-year contract, but in this case, with Barca, I think it's good to keep it limited, and I appreciate that."
"We'll continue until 2028. If all goes well, we'll decide to carry on. I have the right to stop, and so does the club."
Flick's Achievements at Barcelona
Flick joined Barcelona in the summer of 2024 and, in two seasons at the club, has won two LaLiga titles, one Copa del Rey, and two Spanish Super Cups. His contract extension comes as a reward for this success.
Goal of Reaching 100 Points
Flick added that his first goal after securing the contract extension was to take Barcelona beyond the century mark of points in the league this season. "Our goal is to reach 100 points, and to do so we have to win all three matches," he said. "We have celebrated the title a lot, but now we can play well."
Champions League Ambitions
Barcelona were edged out by Atletico Madrid in the quarter-finals of the Champions League this season, after last year going down 7-6 on aggregate to Inter Milan in the last four. "(For next season,) It is a commitment on our part to reach the highest level and win new titles," Flick said. "Everyone dreams of the Champions League. We have tried, and we will keep trying. I am grateful for the trust to continue."
