Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick is reportedly keen on bringing former midfield maestro Thiago Alcântara onto his coaching staff at Camp Nou, according to Mundo Deportivo.
The German tactician, who took over the reins from Xavi Hernández, won so many trophies for Barca including La Liga sees Thiago as a valuable asset in the club’s next chapter, both for his deep tactical understanding and strong connection to Barça’s philosophy.
Thiago, who began his professional career at Barcelona under Pep Guardiola, is widely admired for his intelligence on the pitch and his understanding of positional play — a core tenet of the club’s identity.
One major advantage Thiago brings to the table is his linguistic versatility. Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, Catalan, German, and English, the 34-year-old is uniquely positioned to bridge communication gaps within a multicultural dressing room and technical staff — a quality Flick reportedly values highly.
Thiago recently announced his departure from Liverpool and is currently without a club, sparking speculation about his next move.
While it’s unclear whether he would join in a coaching or technical role, the possibility of a return to Barcelona — this time off the pitch — could mark the beginning of a new chapter in his football journey.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
