Hansi Flick Breaks Silence on Xavi and Avoids Entering Laporta Dispute
The head coach of FC Barcelona, Hansi Flick, addressed his relationship with Xavi Hernández amid the growing institutional tension surrounding the club. The German manager stated that he knows the truth about the situation but prefers to keep it private.
The build-up to FC Barcelona’s Champions League clash was marked by more than just football. During the pre-match press conference, Hansi Flick was asked about recent comments from Xavi Hernández, who claimed that the current Barça manager apologized to him shortly after taking charge of the team.
The German coach chose a cautious tone and made it clear he has no intention of fueling the controversy.
According to Flick, he fully understands what happened but believes the matter is private and should not become a public debate.
Flick Responds to Xavi’s Comments
Speaking to the media, Hansi Flick addressed his relationship with his predecessor at FC Barcelona.
The coach explained that he maintains a good professional relationship with Xavi Hernández, and that the two have even met since Flick arrived at the Catalan club. However, he refused to reveal details about their conversations.
Flick emphasized that certain matters must remain personal and insisted that he has no intention of publicly discussing what truly happened.
The German manager reiterated that he knows the truth about the situation but prefers to keep it to himself, making it clear that he will not speak about it publicly.
The Political Context Surrounding Barcelona
The remarks come at a particularly sensitive time for FC Barcelona, as the club faces rising internal tension ahead of its presidential elections.
The comments from Xavi Hernández in a recent interview reignited debate surrounding his departure and his relationship with club president Joan Laporta, a topic that inevitably surfaced during Flick’s press conference.
Nevertheless, the manager attempted to steer the discussion back toward football, reminding reporters that the team is entering one of the most important weeks of the season.
Flick Urges Focus on the Champions League
Beyond the institutional noise, Hansi Flick made it clear that his main focus is FC Barcelona’s performance in the Champions League.
The coach highlighted the work he has been doing alongside sporting director Deco, with whom he said he has built a strong professional relationship since arriving at the club. He also mentioned the club’s ongoing monitoring of first-team players and talents emerging from La Masia.
According to Flick, the sporting project at FC Barcelona is aimed at building a competitive team for the long term.
