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Barcelona extended their La Liga winning streak to five with a 4-2 win over Levante, powered by Lamine Yamal’s two goals after Xavi Espart opened the scoring; a poor Espart pass gifted Levante a goal, and Hansi Flick said the first goal was his fault for delaying a substitution on a dry pitch, while Adeyemi came off the bench to seal the victory and earned praise for his focus.
Barça’s 5-0 victory over Valencia has them cruising in La Liga, but Hansi Flick insists Barcelona still need a real No.9, stressing that goals are coming from across the squad and a January link to Julian Álvarez persists.
Barça extended their perfect La Liga start with a 5-0 win at Mestalla, with Lamine Yamal, Fermín López and Rodri starring. Hansi Flick praised the trio, explained Yamal played the full 90 despite a knock, and touched on managing a deep squad as Barça prepare for a midweek Champions League clash with Feyenoord.
Barcelona unveiled Gabriel Jesus after signing him from Arsenal on a three-year deal until 2029, with the Brazil forward saying the move is a dream, he even took a pay cut, and he’s eager to contribute under coach Hansi Flick; he has already spoken with teammates like Raphinha and Cancelo and stressed he’s not here to be a ‘Plan B’ to Alvarez, and he can play as a striker or winger as he waits for tactical talks this week.
After Barcelona’s 5-0 win over Elche, Hansi Flick said he isn’t asking Alejandro Balde to leave and that Balde was left out to clear his mind after concerns around him. Flick will speak with Balde tomorrow, and he also indicated Barca will discuss the No. 9 striker situation with Deco in the coming week, with Julian Alvarez among the transfer rumors, though the victory left questions about whether a new forward is truly needed.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick explained Alejandro Balde's omission from the squad for the La Liga opener against Elche, saying Balde wasn’t 100% focused and that he needs to manage minutes with players able to play 90 minutes. Flick said he spoke with Balde this morning and told him to clear his mind, with a potential return discussion after the match; Balde has been linked with Manchester United, Aston Villa and Benfica amid transfer speculation.
Barcelona completed the €75m signing of Rodri from Manchester City; Hansi Flick called him perhaps the best No. 6, noting he can control games, contribute in defense and aerial duels, and raise the level of the squad, with Rodri in good shape after back surgery and set to begin training ahead of Barca’s La Liga title defense.
Barcelona reportedly convinced Rodri to prefer a move to Barça over Real Madrid, with Hansi Flick personally explaining how he’d fit into his system during a cooling-off period. No transfer fee is yet agreed, and Barça must bid to fund the deal while Madrid’s pursuit remains uncertain as Rodri’s World Cup form keeps the spotlight on a potential switch.
Karim Adeyemi completed a move from Barcelona to Borussia Dortmund for up to €29 million, saying Hansi Flick was the main reason he decided to join and that Flick outlined what he needed from him. Adeyemi emphasised his readiness to play any attacking role and to train hard to help Dortmund, signing a contract through 2031 with his new club.
Barcelona will skip their usual 1:00 PM squad gathering and hotel stop before hosting Real Betis, with players travelling from home. It’s Lewandowski’s farewell home game for the club, who have already clinched the title, while the board luncheon is moved and both sides have little to play for beyond pride.
Barcelona youngster Alvaro Cortes made his first-team debut against Alavés, calling it the happiest day of his life; Flick urged him to play as he does in training, and Cortes credited supportive teammates as Barcelona lost 1-0, ending their 100-point bid ahead of a home game with Real Betis.
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick was disappointed by the 1-0 loss to Alavés on their return after winning La Liga, but praised the performance and highlighted debutant Álvaro Cortés along with other youngsters; Barca created chances, conceded from a corner due to concentration lapses, and now prepare for Sunday’s home game against Real Betis.
Barcelona sealed the La Liga title and celebrated with a parade in which Lamine Yamal waved a Palestine flag; Hansi Flick addressed the moment ahead of Barca’s next match, saying it’s Yamal’s decision at 18 and that the club’s focus remains on football, while praising the emotional impact of the fans and noting Barca have the fewest goals conceded and still aim to reach 100 points with three games left.
Barcelona clinched a second consecutive La Liga title by beating Real Madrid 2-0 at Camp Nou, with Hansi Flick stabilizing the squad and Lamine Yamal emerging as the standout, while La Masia graduates underpin the success as the club eyes a deeper run in Europe.
FC Barcelona mourned the death of Hansi Flick's father and sent condolences, while Flick is still set to coach against Real Madrid in La Liga at Camp Nou, with a minute’s silence planned; Barca could clinch the title by avoiding defeat in the clash.