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Luis Enrique ruled out, Joan Laporta already has a new coach for Barça, he is the best

The Barça president has a clear vision and already has a key option in mind in case Flick decides to leave

Barça from last season offered moments of great soccer under the leadership of Hansi Flick. The German coach managed to help the team recover their intensity, dynamism, and ambition. With a more vertical play style and outstanding collective commitment, the Catalans made it clear that the project had a defined direction and that trust in Flick was more than justified.

However, this season the situation has changed drastically. Barça hasn't managed to keep the level shown last year and, to make matters worse, in the last few hours it has leaked that Hansi Flick could leave at the end of the season. Doubts are growing both in the locker room and in the stands, and Joan Laporta is aware of it.

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Laporta trusts Flick, but is already preparing in case he decides to leave | Europa Press

Joan Laporta decides the future of the Barça bench

Hansi Flick is in an extremely delicate moment and, although he keeps Joan Laporta's trust, media pressure and internal wear are starting to take a toll. The German has shown character and professionalism, but he knows that leading Barça involves constant demands. In fact, according to ABC, this will be his last season in the Catalan capital.

Faced with this possible scenario, Joan Laporta doesn't want to improvise. The Catalan president is working quietly to have a solid alternative in case Flick decides to leave. Among all the names he has considered, the Barça president has decided to completely rule out the return of Luis Enrique.

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Luis Enrique will remain in Paris | Europa Press

The PSG coach is happy in Paris and doesn't intend to leave the French capital in the coming months. Luis Enrique is the master and commander of the sports project, so he will try to extend his stay as long as possible to win the greatest number of titles before moving on. That's why Joan Laporta won't waste his time trying to convince him to return to Barça.

Joan Laporta chooses Cesc Fàbregas

In this context, the name gaining momentum is Cesc Fàbregas, current coach of Como. The former Barça footballer has surprised in Italy with his tactical maturity and his ability to motivate a young group. He has already become Joan Laporta's favorite.

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Cesc could be Barça's next coach | @cescf4bregas

Cesc Fàbregas represents the new generation of coaches with Barça DNA. His vision of the game and his winning character make him an ideal candidate to lead a new cycle at Camp Nou. In addition, his past as a player would allow him to quickly connect with the squad and with the youth players.

For now, Flick remains the leader of the Barça locker room, but his future is more uncertain than ever. If the German wants to stay, his continuity will be guaranteed, but Joan Laporta can't wait indefinitely and is already working on his replacement. In this sense, the number one candidate is Cesc Fàbregas.

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