Thiago leaves Hansi Flick coaching staff at Barcelona

Thiago Alcantara is no longer part of Hansi Flick’s coaching staff after a short stint with Barcelona. The former Barcelona midfielder did his internship under Hansi Flick to obtain his coaching license. He joined due to his deep connection with Barcelona; having come through the ranks of La Masia and making 101 appearances for the first team, he was the ideal candidate to help the German manager settle into his new surroundings.

The club, in a statement, said, “Arnau Blanco, until now the coach of the FC Barcelona U16A team, joins Hansi Flick’s coaching team in place of Thiago Alcántara, who today, Friday, August 16, has his last day with the squad.”

The 33-year-old returned to the Catalan giants after announcing his retirement from professional football and leaving Liverpool as a free agent. He was appointed by the Blaugrana as Hansi Flick does not speak fluent Spanish or English, which is why he could play a crucial role in easing this transition.