Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is visibly exasperated with the club’s board as ongoing salary cap issues threaten to derail preparations for their La Liga opener against Mallorca.
The delay in registering new signings Joan García and Marcus Rashford has left Flick fuming, with the situation unresolved on the eve of the champions’ title defense.
Despite the board’s efforts to navigate financial constraints, including a €7 million bank guarantee to register Rashford, Flick’s patience is wearing thin as he braces for a crucial season, as reported by ESPN.
The signings in question are Joan García, a €25 million goalkeeper from Espanyol, and Marcus Rashford, on loan from Manchester United.
García’s registration is progressing after La Liga allowed Barcelona to use 80% of injured goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen’s salary for a replacement, but Rashford’s status remains uncertain.
Flick, speaking at a press conference, expressed his frustration, stating, “You can imagine that I’m not happy about that, but I know the situation and I believe in the club.”
With Robert Lewandowski’s fitness in doubt, Rashford’s availability is critical, yet the board’s slow progress has left Flick focusing on what he can control.
Barcelona’s challenges are compounded by the unexpected departure of defender Iñigo Martínez to Al Nassr.
Hansi Flick, clearly disappointed, praised Martínez’s leadership and impact, lamenting his exit as a blow to the squad.
The loss weakens Barcelona’s defense, adding pressure on Flick to deliver results with a stretched roster.
García, confirmed as the new No. 1 goalkeeper ahead of Wojciech Szczesny, represents the club’s future, but the uncertainty surrounding Rashford’s registration overshadows this positive step.
After a successful first season that saw Barcelona clinch La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Supercopa, Flick faces heightened expectations.
He remains determined to build on last year’s achievements, emphasizing a relentless focus on winning.
However, the board’s handling of the salary cap saga has left him frustrated, with the coming days critical to resolving the crisis and ensuring Barcelona are ready to compete at the highest level.
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