Flick Says Barcelona Will Be His Last Job, Pauses Renewal Talk Before Newcastle

Overview

• The Barcelona coach said he is happy at the club and views it as the final stop of his managerial career.
• He declined to discuss his future on the eve of the Champions League second leg against Newcastle after a 1-1 first leg.
• Laporta, freshly re-elected, outlined a plan to extend Hansi Flick’s contract to 2028 and expressed a desire to keep Deco.
• The president described the renewal as a coordinated decision involving Flick, vice president Jordi Yuste and Deco.
• Flick said he values his independence and will consult his family before any long-term commitment.