Hansi Flick Begins Third Season as Barcelona Head Coach
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick returned early from vacation to start pre-season training on July 13, 2026, arriving at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper at 7:03 AM. He oversaw medical tests and training with ten first-team players, including those with uncertain futures like Ter Stegen (possible Ajax loan) and Roony (likely exit). With ten players still at the World Cup, Flick relied on reserve team talents. He aims to refine the squad with sporting director Deco for a Champions League challenge.
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Flick starts with enthusiasm: the earliest riser of all
German coach Hansi Flick began his third season at FC Barcelona by arriving at the Ciutat Esportiva training facility at 7:03 AM on July 13, 2026, nearly two hours before the scheduled medical tests at 9:00 AM. Reserve team striker Toni Fernández was the earliest player to arrive at 8:15 AM. Ten first-team players were called up, including Ter Stegen, Szczesny, Balde, Christensen, Gerard Martín, Héctor Fort, Fermín, Casadó, Bernal, and Roony. Several players have uncertain futures: Ter Stegen is negotiating a loan to Ajax, Casadó seeks clarity from Flick, and Roony is expected to leave after the signings of Gordon and Adeyemi. Fermín is recovering from a foot injury. With ten players still active in the World Cup, Flick will rely heavily on reserve team players, including Xavi Espart (who refused vacation after winning the European Under-19 Championship), Hamza Abdelkarim, and Shane Kluivert. A full list of 12 reserve team players working with Flick is provided.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aFlick starts with enthusiasm: the earliest riser of all
German coach Hansi Flick arrived at Barcelona's Ciutat Esportiva training facility at 7:03 AM on July 13, 2026, becoming the earliest arrival for the start of his third season in charge. He was nearly two hours ahead of the scheduled 9:00 AM medical tests. Reserve team striker Toni Fernández was the earliest player to arrive at 8:15 AM. Ten first-team players were called up for the day, including Ter Stegen, who is negotiating a possible loan to Ajax Amsterdam, and Roony, who is expected to leave following the signings of Gordon and Adeyemi. Fermín is recovering from a foot injury and will not train with the first team yet. Ten Barcelona players are still participating in the World Cup, so Flick will rely heavily on reserve team players, including Xavi Espart (who refused vacation after winning the European Under-19 Championship), Hamza Abdelkarim, and Shane Kluivert. A full list of 12 reserve team youngsters working with Flick was provided.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aFlick Starts Third Season with Enthusiasm as Earliest Riser at Barcelona Training
German coach Hansi Flick kicked off his third season in charge of FC Barcelona by arriving at the Ciutat Esportiva training ground at 7:03 AM on July 13, 2026, nearly two hours before the scheduled 9:00 AM medical tests. He was the earliest riser among staff and players. Reserve team striker Toni Fernández was the first player to arrive at 8:15 AM. Ten first-team players were called up for the day, including Ter Stegen, who is negotiating a possible loan to Ajax Amsterdam, and Roony, who is expected to leave following the signings of Gordon and Adeyemi. Fermín is recovering from a foot injury. With ten players still participating in the World Cup, Flick will rely heavily on reserve team players, including Xavi Espart (who refused vacation after winning the European Under-19 Championship), Hamza Abdelkarim, and Shane Kluivert. A full list of 12 reserve team players working with Flick was provided.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aBarcelona Begins 2026-27 Preseason; Flick to Decide Futures of Fort, Casadó, and Balde
Barcelona's preparations for the 2026-27 season begin on Monday, July 13, at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper. Head coach Hansi Flick will oversee the first training session, with several first-team players including Szczęsny, Balde, Christensen, and Fermín reporting. The futures of Fort, Casadó, and Balde remain uncertain, with Casadó and Balde more likely to leave. Ter Stegen is expected to miss the gathering due to an impending transfer to Ajax. Youth players such as Álvaro Cortés and Torrents are also called up, with the club seeking loan or transfer options for some. Goalkeepers Iker Rodríguez and Eder Allier are candidates for third-choice. Several young talents including Guille Fernández and Toni Fernández may participate. Xavi Espart and Hamza Abdelkarim voluntarily returned early from national team duty to impress Flick.
虎扑 - 足球Barcelona Coach Hansi Flick Cuts Holiday Short to Begin Pre-Season Preparations
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has returned early from his vacation to begin preparations for the upcoming season. He arrived at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper on Thursday morning, accompanied by assistant Marcus Sorg, and interacted with fans. Official pre-season training starts next Monday, but Flick wanted to reacquaint himself with the club's daily rhythm early. He met several players already training voluntarily, including Fermín López (recovering from a foot fracture), Christensen, Ter Stegen, Balde, Bernal, and Gerard Martín. Ter Stegen's future is uncertain, with a possible loan to Ajax. Flick is entering his third season at Barcelona, aiming to challenge for the Champions League. He will work with sporting director Deco to refine the squad, with Anthony Gordon already arrived, Álvarez as top priority, and Adeyemi close to signing. A new fitness coach, Benjamin Kügel, has been added to reduce injuries.
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