After a less-than-stellar final season with Liverpool, Thiago Alcantara decided to hang up his boots and retire from professional football.
In a swift move, Barcelona reached out to the Spanish midfielder, inviting him to join Hansi Flick’s coaching staff to facilitate the transition during the pre-season.
On Thursday evening, Thiago was seen at Barcelona’s training center as the team gathered for their first official session of the season.
🚨🎥| Thiago Alcantara has been spotted at Barça’s training session today 👀 [@socblaugranafc] #fcblive pic.twitter.com/byT9pJy2il
— BarçaTimes (@BarcaTimes) July 11, 2024
Barcelona has high hopes for Thiago’s role, envisioning him as a crucial link between Flick and the players. Thiago’s close friendship with Flick, formed during their time at Bayern Munich, and his fluency in German make him an ideal candidate to bridge any communication gaps between the coaching staff and the team.
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His understanding of both Flick’s strategies and the players’ perspectives is expected to ease the integration process.
The club is eager to finalize Thiago’s contract promptly. While his role is currently viewed as potentially temporary, his involvement is set to provide significant support to Flick and the team during this transitional period.
This new chapter in Thiago’s career not only underscores his enduring connection with Barcelona but also highlights his readiness to contribute to the sport in a new and influential capacity.