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He wants to return to Barça, but Hansi Flick refuses: 'Not even if he scores 50 goals'

Hansi Flick draws a clear line in the offense and denies the return of a figure from the past despite the player's desire

German coach of Barça, Hansi Flick, has established himself as the absolute leader of the Catalan team. Thanks to a combination of modern methods and sensitivity to connect with the youngest players, Barça has found stability under his leadership. Last season made history: in his first year, he managed to win a domestic treble, which reinforced his authority and ambition.

Now, Flick isn't satisfied: he dreams of winning the Champions League and knows Barça must have the best footballers in the world to achieve it. As a result, the club has been given the mandate to strengthen the attacking line for next season. Hansi Flick has left the door open only to those who can provide a real leap in quality.

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Hansi Flick is clear about Barça's values | Europa Press, E-Noticies

Clear offensive target for Barça

In his roadmap, Barça considers names like Julián Álvarez or Erling Haaland as ideal strikers for Flick's system. Either one would serve to execute the offensive plan the German coach has in mind. However, among the clear decisions, there is also one that surprises: the forward who is completely ruled out.

That player is Ansu Fati and despite his good performance in these first months (he has scored five goals at the start of this season), Barça keeps his rights. However, Hansi Flick believes his time at the club is over. The coach states it emphatically: he doesn't consider his return to Barça.

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Ansu Fati triumphs in Monaco | @ansufati

Ansu Fati and the door that closes

Although Ansu Fati is delighted with the idea of returning to Barça, the final decision belongs to Hansi Flick and he has made it very clear. Flick believes the player doesn't fit into his current offensive project, so his option to return is ruled out unless there is a drastic change. Nevertheless, the club's board and the player's entourage continue to value his recovery and performance.

Ansu Fati's loan to Monaco and his good statistics there could have been an argument for his return, but Flick remains inflexible. The German coach prioritizes strikers who adapt to his system, and he understands that Barça's offensive future lies elsewhere. This decision draws a clear line at the club.

With Flick in charge, Barça shows that the project isn't based on nostalgia or names from the past, but on high performance, adaptability, and great ambition. The closed door for Ansu Fati sends a clear message: only those who meet the offensive plan will be considered. This way, Barça faces next season with a defined attack and Hansi Flick's authority more evident than ever.

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