Barcelona are reportedly reconsidering the club’s interest in Hansi Flick, the 59-year-old coach known for his treble victory, as a managerial candidate.

Media outlet SPORT has reported that despite initial interest, Barcelona, the current La Liga champions, might step back from pursuing Hansi Flick.

The club is actively searching for a new manager due to Xavi Hernandez’s anticipated exit, but Flick’s candidacy is losing steam.

Flick, celebrated for his managerial prowess, particularly after a successful tenure at Bayern Munich, remains a sought-after figure in football. Despite a less than stellar period with the German national team, his achievements with Bayern, including a treble win in the 2019/20 season, keep him in high regard. After taking over from Niko Kovac in 2019, Flick’s impact was immediate and formidable, culminating in multiple titles before his departure in 2021.

His impressive record has attracted attention from several top clubs, with Liverpool and Chelsea among those rumored to be interested. Barcelona also showed interest as they prepare for life after Xavi, who has decided to leave due to issues behind the scenes.

As Barcelona scouts for Xavi’s replacement, names like Julian Nagelsmann have surfaced alongside Flick. However, the preference for a Spanish-speaking coach is leading Barcelona away from Flick, despite his interest in the role and past success.

With Barcelona’s interest waning, it remains to be seen where Flick will head next as he considers returning to club management amidst various opportunities.

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