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HOME AT LAST: HANSI FLICK ON CAMP NOU 'INCREDIBLE' FEELING
Barcelona returns to the Spotify Camp Nou as Hansi Flick previews the Athletic Club clash. He provides updates on Rashford's fever, Raphinha's return, and Pedri's progress ahead of the historic fixture.
In front of reporters, Barcelona's coach Hansi Flick calmly previewed the big La Liga game against Athletic Club at the newly reopened Spotify Camp Nou.
Flick answered some pending questions while recognising that fans were more excited since the stadium is now ready for games again.
He began by talking about the team's return to their well-known home stadium and how much they had missed playing there.
"We are all very happy to be back at our stadium. The other team is very skilled.
They are a very skilled team that plays in the Champions League. It's a great chance for us to see where we stand."
Flick then talked about why Camp Nou is so helpful, especially because of the feeling created during the club's recent open practice.
We would definitely rather play at Spotify Camp Nou. It was an amazing feeling when we saw it during open practice.
I think it can give us great support during the game because the fans are close and they know the team needs help.
"It's really great to see that connection between the team and the fans, and they always help us."
Regarding Lamine Yamal
Because the young player is working hard and feeling more pressure, the Barça coach was also asked about Lamine Yamal's health.
Flick said, "He has been working very hard for the last few weeks, and I am very impressed with what I have seen." I don't have anything else to say.
"There will be good times and bad times, but he has been dealing with things well."
When asked about how the RFEF responded to the "Lamine case," he continued his thoughts. Flick clearly stated,
"Lamine is our player. Our players are important to us. The national team also takes care of them, and I think that was the right choice.
He is very disciplined, works very hard, and learning how to handle everything is a key step for him. He has done a great job."
When asked about the bigger conflict between Barcelona and the RFEF, Flick chose to avoid problems and instead focused on the tough schedule ahead.
"Things are what they are. Right now, we are focused on the next four weeks. There are nine games where a lot of points are at stake.
It's what we have to do, and it's our job. We don't need to worry about the distractions."
Updates on Raphinha, Rashford, Pedri and Joan Garcia
After updates on Raphinha and Marcus Rashford, the focus changed to the team's physical condition. Flick described the problems the English forward had, saying,
Marcus could not practice yesterday or today because he has a fever. I don't think he will play tomorrow.
The good news is that Raphinha is back, and I really appreciate what he brings to the team.
We'll find out tomorrow, but it's very important that he comes back. But, he will start the game from the sidelines.
Even though Flick asked for caution, there was also optimism that Pedri would get better.
"We're taking it slow, and we won't push him too hard. That would be wrong. Still, he is improving and getting better fast.
"We're happy with how things are right now. He will be back before long. I don't know if he will be back for the Chelsea match.
Flick gave a simple yes when asked if Joan Garcia would be in the starting lineup for tomorrow’s match.
"What do you think? Yes? "Okay, you are right," he said.
Flick also heard that if Barcelona won against Athletic Club, they might briefly be in first place in La Liga. He answered by talking about staying focused and steady.
"We want to focus on each match as it comes. Like we did last year, we should always know what we want and how we want to play, because we know there is a long way to go.
“We know Madrid is a tough team, but there are others like Villarreal and Atletico; they're great teams, and that's the thing. In each match, we need to think about ourselves first and try our best.
Another topic was Frenkie de Jong being unable to play; Flick did not give away any game plan details, but he shared,
"We know how to make up for him being gone, and we've been working on how we want to play tomorrow. But you'll see tomorrow, because I don't want to talk about it today.
It’s the same for Frenkie as it is for Pedri. We believe in them, and they are great players. But sometimes we can’t count on them, and we have to deal with it.
When Flick was finally asked about who would kick off the game to start it, he smiled and said, "I don't know." Gavi might be able to do it.
ELECTION BOMB: XAVIER VILAJOANA CONFIRMS CONTACT WITH HARRY KANE AHEAD OF MARCH PRESIDENTIAL VOTE
Harry Kane to Camp Nou! Discover Vilajoana’s plan to land the Bayern star and what it means for Marcus Rashford’s 2026 future.
Xavier Vilajoana told ESPN he’s set on bringing Harry Kane to Barcelona if he wins the upcoming presidential election. He’s one of four candidates in the race at Camp Nou, and he’s already working on his plan to land the Bayern Munich striker.
Vilajoana’s campaign is all about ambition. If he comes out on top next month, he wants to go after Kane. That’s his headline promise. According to ESPN, he’s made it clear: Kane is his big target.
“We’re missing a striker,” Vilajoana said. “We need a centre forward who can link up play, sure, but also finish chances. Honestly, we could use a solid centre back too. Not that our current guys aren’t good, but we could use someone experienced to balance out the young players.”
“With those two signings, plus the talent we have coming up through the academy and already in the team, we wouldn’t have to overhaul the whole squad.”
Pressed on who he wants for that striker spot, Vilajoana didn’t dance around it. “There is one. We’ve even started to make contact, and I think he’d fit perfectly, assuming his contract situation works out. That’s Harry Kane.”
He really rates Kane. “He’s a centre forward who matches our style. Kane can drop back and link up with teammates, but he’s also a classic No. 9 deadly in the box. He’s mobile; he makes things happen even when teams sit deep. He’d make a big difference for Barcelona.”
As for Kane’s contract, ESPN reports there’s a release clause in his Bayern deal around €60 million. His contract runs until 2027, and they’re talking about an extension.
Not everyone thinks Kane will leave. Bayern legend Lothar Matthaus says he’ll stay put. “I don’t think he’s leaving. Money’s not what drives him; it’s about feeling good with the club, the coaches, and his family. He’s settled, and his kids are happy. Sure, he could earn way more in Saudi Arabia, but I’m convinced he’ll extend his contract at Bayern.”
Vilajoana doesn’t see it that way. He thinks Kane’s open to Barcelona. “I know he likes Barcelona. Honestly, who doesn’t? It just comes down to having the conversations.”
So, what does this mean for Marcus Rashford? Right now, Rashford’s on loan at Barcelona, and the club can sign him for good this summer. The situation’s a bit murky if Kane comes in.
Vilajoana’s approach is to look at what the club already has before spending big. “I always say, start in-house, then look outside if you need to. Take Jan Virgili, for example; he’s playing for Mallorca now, a great winger. Maybe we look at bringing him back instead of paying Rashford’s clause.”
He made it clear, though, that the president doesn’t just call all the shots. “The president puts the options on the table, the team discusses it, and together we make a decision.”
One thing’s certain: if everyone agrees that signing Rashford is best for the team, the money will be there to get it done.
REGISTRATION GREEN LIGHT: BARCELONA OFFICIALLY ADDS JOãO CANCELO TO CHAMPIONS LEAGUE KNOCKOUT SQUAD
João Cancelo is back! Discover if Hansi Flick will use the Portuguese star to break Levante's bus at the Spotify Camp Nou.
It’s been almost 40 days since Joao Cancelo came back to Barcelona for his second spell. The club brought him in during the winter window, picking him up on loan from Al Hilal. He wanted the move badly enough to take a pay cut and didn’t even mind playing a backup role if that’s what it took.
But let’s be real: his return hasn’t gone the way anyone hoped. Cancelo has barely seen the pitch lately.
That might change this Sunday against Levante. SPORT points out that Hansi Flick could really use Cancelo for this one. Levante are stuck down in 19th and will probably park the bus, so Barça need to push forward. Cancelo’s great at getting to the byline and whipping in crosses. That’s exactly what they need.
And here’s another thing: Cancelo is finally registered for the Champions League. He couldn’t play in the earlier rounds, but now he can, and that could finally get his season going.
So far, out of eight games he’s been available for, Cancelo’s played in five and started just two. He got his first start on January 25 against Real Oviedo, but was subbed off after an hour; he just didn’t look sharp yet. Then he started again in the Copa del Rey at Albacete, in his usual right-back spot. But he picked up a pointless yellow card 15 minutes in, which threw him off his game, and Flick took him off at halftime.
Since then? He played just 12 minutes against Mallorca when the game was already wrapped up. He didn’t even get off the bench for the losses to Atletico Madrid and Girona.
Cancelo signed on for six months. Over a month’s already gone by, and so far, it’s been a frustrating ride. But maybe, just maybe, things are about to turn for him.
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