Barcelona is currently pleased with Hansi Flick as their manager, but it’s essential to consider the future beyond his tenure. Flick, the former Bayern Munich and Germany coach, is under contract until 2027, but he is rumored to retire from football following the 2026-27 season.
If this prediction holds true, Barcelona will be tasked with finding a successor who can match Flick’s influence. One possible candidate is Luis Enrique, who had an impressive tenure with the club from 2014 to 2017.
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Last season, Luis Enrique led Paris Saint-Germain to their first-ever Champions League victory. Although he recently signed an extension with PSG until 2027, reports now suggest he may consider a return to Barcelona.
According to Sport, journalist Daniel Riolo has stated that Luis Enrique is contemplating rejoining Barcelona after his current contract with PSG concludes.
“I’m much more critical of those who idolize him than I am of him personally. Honestly, I don’t see the human qualities that he represents. He is 100% Barça. He is someone who changes teams constantly.”
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Luis Enrique: A Logical Choice for Barcelona
If Flick departs in the summer of 2027, bringing Luis Enrique back to Barcelona would be a sensible decision, especially since he could return without a transfer fee. His proven capabilities last season underscore his status as one of the top managers in global football.
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For now, it’s uncertain whether Luis Enrique, who suffered a shoulder injury in September, will indeed make a second return to Barcelona as manager. However, if he does, it would likely be welcomed with enthusiasm by a majority of the club’s supporters.