Barcelona appoints Hansi Flick as head coach and agrees on €1m bonus for Champions League win

Hansi Flick is now the new coach of Barcelona. He took over after Xavi Hernández was fired. Flick, who is 59 years old, had not been working since he was fired as Germany's coach in September last year. Barcelona chose Flick because he is known for his intense and ambitious style of play. He has won many titles in club and international football. Xavi, the previous coach, advised Flick to focus on winning. Flick won six trophies with Bayern in 2020, including the Bundesliga and Champions League. He is excited to join Barcelona and hopes to win more titles with the team. Xavi had planned to leave Barcelona at the end of the season, but he stayed after a meeting with the club's president. However, Xavi criticized the club's financial situation, which led to his dismissal. Barcelona agreed to pay Xavi's staff what they were owed, but Xavi gave up the money he was supposed to receive. Flick signed a two-year deal with Barcelona. He is known for his high-pressing style of play and has had success with Bayern Munich. Flick started his coaching career with smaller teams before becoming an assistant coach and then the head coach of Bayern Munich. Flick is excited to work with Barcelona's talented players and hopes to continue their success. He believes in possession-based and attacking football, which aligns with Barcelona's philosophy. Flick signed his contract at Barcelona's offices and is ready to lead the team. Xavi, who was a great player for Barcelona, left the team after finishing second in the league. He coached his last game against Sevilla. Flick will reunite with Robert Lewandowski, a former Bayern striker who now plays for Barcelona. Flick's time at Bayern was successful, winning many titles. He hopes to bring that success to Barcelona despite the challenges the club faces.