Barcelona’s decision to appoint Hansi Flick is shaping up to be one of the club’s smartest moves in recent years.
After a disappointing campaign under Xavi where the team fell short in La Liga, Barcelona have bounced back stronger and are now firmly in the hunt for a historic treble.
Flick has not only improved results on the pitch but has also restored belief and unity within the dressing room.
His presence has brought back a competitive edge that had been missing, and the entire squad looks sharper, more confident, and far more structured.
However, what makes Flick’s appointment even more intriguing is the unexpected path that led Joan Laporta to choose him.
Story behind Flick’s appointment
As revealed by SPORT, it was a surprising influence from former Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick that helped shape Laporta’s final decision.
The Barcelona president had come across an interview where Rangnick passionately spoke about Johan Cruyff and his revolutionary footballing ideas.
Curious to know more, Laporta arranged a meeting with Rangnick, which turned into a pivotal moment in his managerial search.
During their conversation, Rangnick gave Laporta a deep and detailed breakdown of several top coaches, analysing their strengths and tactical approaches.
He discussed names like Julian Nagelsmann, Jurgen Klopp, Thomas Tuchel, and Hansi Flick. It was through this evaluation that Laporta began to see Flick as the ideal candidate.
The German coach’s focus on positional play, his man-management skills, and his ability to get the best out of his squad stood out.
However, the process was not complete without Deco and Bojan Krkic. Their positive impression of Flick during a meeting in London played a crucial role in finalising the decision.
Without that successful interaction, the appointment might not have happened. Now, with Barcelona showing clear signs of improvement and challenging on all fronts, Flick has gone above and beyond initial expectations.
Few would have predicted such a turnaround so quickly, but the German’s methods and mentality have clearly made an immediate impact.
Barcelona’s decision to appoint Hansi Flick is shaping up to be one of the club’s smartest moves in recent years.
After a disappointing campaign under Xavi where the team fell short in La Liga, Barcelona have bounced back stronger and are now firmly in the hunt for a historic treble.
Flick has not only improved results on the pitch but has also restored belief and unity within the dressing room.
His presence has brought back a competitive edge that had been missing, and the entire squad looks sharper, more confident, and far more structured.
However, what makes Flick’s appointment even more intriguing is the unexpected path that led Joan Laporta to choose him.
Story behind Flick’s appointment
As revealed by SPORT, it was a surprising influence from former Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick that helped shape Laporta’s final decision.
The Barcelona president had come across an interview where Rangnick passionately spoke about Johan Cruyff and his revolutionary footballing ideas.
Curious to know more, Laporta arranged a meeting with Rangnick, which turned into a pivotal moment in his managerial search.
During their conversation, Rangnick gave Laporta a deep and detailed breakdown of several top coaches, analysing their strengths and tactical approaches.
He discussed names like Julian Nagelsmann, Jurgen Klopp, Thomas Tuchel, and Hansi Flick. It was through this evaluation that Laporta began to see Flick as the ideal candidate.
The German coach’s focus on positional play, his man-management skills, and his ability to get the best out of his squad stood out.
However, the process was not complete without Deco and Bojan Krkic. Their positive impression of Flick during a meeting in London played a crucial role in finalising the decision.
Without that successful interaction, the appointment might not have happened. Now, with Barcelona showing clear signs of improvement and challenging on all fronts, Flick has gone above and beyond initial expectations.
Few would have predicted such a turnaround so quickly, but the German’s methods and mentality have clearly made an immediate impact.
