Hansi Flick decides to leave Barcelona duo in January transfers

German coach Hansi Flick is aiming to offload several Barcelona first-team players, especially those with no role this season. According to the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Flick has made a firm decision regarding the future of certain players, notably excluding Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia from his plans. Barcelona is working on finding exits for these players in the upcoming winter transfer window, as neither is expected to receive significant playing time this season. The aim is to reduce the squad size and lower the wage bill to make room for new signings.

Fati’s situation is particularly tricky. Once regarded as one of the brightest talents in world football, Fati has struggled to recover from recurring injuries. Though he occasionally shows flashes of skill, his lack of consistency and ongoing physical issues have hindered his development. Flick does not view him as a crucial player moving forward. Fati’s high salary adds to the challenge of finding a new club, as many are reluctant to sign him due to his injury history and costly contract. Barcelona is considering options like a loan with a buy option, but the situation remains complex.

Eric Garcia’s future is clearer. He has had limited opportunities this season and could return to Girona, where he spent time on loan last year. Garcia impressed at the Catalan club, and they are likely to welcome him back, offering him more playing time in a team competing near the top of the league.

For Flick, the defense is well-covered with players like Ronald Araujo, Inigo Martinez, and the promising young Coparsi, so he sees no need to retain players like Garcia, who may have a more significant role elsewhere. Flick has been clear: players who aren’t playing regularly should leave. Now, it’s up to Deco to find suitable destinations for these players that work for everyone. The goal is to streamline the squad and continue building a competitive team.