Barcelona president Joan Laporta has said that head coach Hansi Flick is set to extend his contract with the club until 2028, adding that an official announcement is expected soon. Laporta’s comments indicate that Barcelona are planning a longer-term commitment to the German coach after his arrival at the club.
While no formal statement has yet been released by Barcelona, Laporta’s remarks suggest that the club and Flick have reached an agreement in principle on a new deal that would keep him in charge for several more seasons. The extension would represent a show of confidence in Flick’s project and his vision for the team’s future.
Flick, a former coach of Bayern Munich and the Germany national team, was brought in to guide Barcelona through a period of transition, with the club working to blend emerging talents with more established players. An agreement to extend his stay through 2028 would give him an extended window to implement his ideas, shape the squad, and oversee the development of younger players.
Laporta’s indication that the announcement will come “soon” leaves the timing of the official confirmation open, but underscores the club’s intention to provide stability on the bench. For Barcelona, continuity in the coaching position is viewed as an important factor in building a competitive team capable of contending for major trophies over multiple seasons.
Specific terms of the proposed contract extension, including salary details or performance-related conditions, have not been disclosed. However, the length of the deal points to a long-range plan built around Flick’s methods and approach.
Until the club issues its formal communication and signs are made official, Flick remains under his current agreement, but Laporta’s public stance signals that Barcelona expect him to be leading the team for the foreseeable future. Supporters will now await the club’s announcement to confirm the coach’s extended tenure on the Camp Nou touchline.
