Flick Press Conference: Barcelona's Transfer Plans Revealed
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick discusses Marcus Rashford, Fermin Lopez, and the team's transfer plans amidst financial constraints. Get the latest news and updates.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick remains unbothered by the controversy surrounding Lamine Yamal's goal celebration. The young winger sparked debate with his regal gesture, pretending to crown himself after scoring against Mallorca.
Yamal's celebration was seen as anointing himself the new king, especially after inheriting the iconic number 10 shirt worn by Barcelona legends. Flick, however, brushed off criticism of his 18-year-old player, emphasizing Yamal's exceptional talent and good behavior.
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“Lamine is only 18 years old, but he's a fantastic footballer,” Flick said, expressing his confidence in the teenager's abilities. “I don't care what other people say about my team.” Flick prioritizes supporting Yamal's growth, both on and off the field, and believes in retaining talented players like Yamal and Fermin Lopez to strengthen the team.
Lamine Yamal's 18th birthday party has sparked controversy after a Spanish disability rights group, ADEE, accused him of hiring people with dwarfism as entertainment, sparking allegations of discrimination. The group has threatened to take legal action against Yamal, citing Spain's disability rights law, which prohibits activities that use people with disabilities in a way that provokes ridicule or undermines their dignity.
Despite the backlash, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick seems unfazed by the controversy surrounding his player. While Yamal's actions have raised concerns about the treatment and perception of people with disabilities, Flick's confidence in his player remains unwavering.
ADEE President Carolina Puente condemned the incident, stating that it's unacceptable for people with dwarfism to be used as entertainment, especially by public figures like Yamal. The group is determined to take legal and social action to protect the dignity of people with disabilities.
Interestingly, one of the performers who worked at the party disputed the allegations, claiming they were treated with respect and allowed to work freely. The performer also criticized ADEE for allegedly harming their community and trying to ban a job they love.
Robert Lewandowski is set to return to the Barcelona squad after missing the LaLiga opener due to a hamstring injury in his left thigh. Lewandowski, who turned 37 recently, had been sidelined but has now returned to training, giving Barcelona a significant boost ahead of their match against Levante.
With Lewandowski back in the squad, he'll likely compete with Ferran Torres for a spot in the starting lineup. Torres has shown his capabilities as a center striker, notably scoring the first goal in Barcelona's comeback win against Celta Vigo. Lewandowski's return will give coach Hansi Flick more options for the attack, potentially pairing him with other forwards to create a dynamic frontline.
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Lewandowski's presence is expected to strengthen Barcelona's attacking strategy, leveraging his exceptional goal-scoring abilities and experience. His return has generated optimism among fans and pundits, who anticipate a strong performance from Barcelona in the upcoming matches.
“We will see, we have some thoughts about how the match is going and what we can change, but at the end we have different options at number nine,” Flick said.
“Ferran scored a goal (against Mallorca) and it's the best argument to play again. We will try and include Robert if it's possible.”
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is exploring new options for Marcus Rashford, suggesting the England forward could be deployed as a striker. Rashford recently made his Barcelona debut as a second-half substitute and impressed Flick with his skills.
“Rashford gives us some more options. He's more familiar with the number 11 (position on the wing) but his strengths, his first touch, his speed - he is really helpful for our game,” Flick said, highlighting Rashford's versatility and potential value to the team.
Rashford himself has expressed willingness to play in different positions, stating, “I can play in both positions, but in the end, what matters is helping to score and assist.” This flexibility could prove beneficial for Barcelona's attacking strategy.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is high on Marcus Rashford, saying, “We can enjoy a fantastic Marcus Rashford this season, 100%.” This comes amid reports that Barcelona is interested in signing the Manchester United forward, potentially on a loan deal with an option to buy. Rashford has reportedly expressed willingness to slash his wages to make the move feasible within LaLiga's financial constraints.
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Flick hopes to finalize player registrations by next week, navigating Barcelona's financial challenges. The club's financial situation has sparked transfer speculation, particularly around retaining talented players.
Flick also emphasized the importance of retaining midfielder Fermin Lopez, who had an impressive season with eight goals and 10 assists. “We want to keep him,” Flick's stance implies, amid reports of transfer interest in the talented midfielder.
“I don't want to lose any players now because I think it will be a tough season and we need this quality from Fermin. He was doing really good last season and also when we started the new season,” Flick said.
“I'm happy with him, the players - I want to keep everyone here because the options we have now are very good.”
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