Hansi Flick has fully immersed himself in FC Barcelona's sports planning for next season. He has put a name on Deco's table that he already offered, unsuccessfully, last summer: Ivan Perisic. Despite being 36 years old, he fully trusts the Croatian as a useful resource for the attack in certain matches. He knows him well from his time coaching Bayern and believes he fits perfectly in this Barça.
Perisic's contract with PSV ends next June 30 and, although Barça could be interested by Hansi Flick's express order, this move seems highly complicated. It's not a priority, as the sports management is now focusing its efforts on signing a top-level winger, with Luis Díaz and Nico Williams among the options. The Croatian is an interesting alternative, but there's no rush...
Ivan Perisic: Close to renewing with PSV
Since he's not a priority for Barça, Ivan Perisic hasn't stood still. On the table, as revealed by Mundo Deportivo, he has a significant offer from PSV. His performance in Eindhoven has convinced them, to the point of wanting to immediately remove the idea of going to Camp Nou from his mind.
He has stats of 16 goals and 11 assists in 39 matches, having won the Eredivisie. PSV Eindhoven considers him a key piece in its project so, despite his advanced age, they've offered him a contract for the next two seasons.
In this regard, Madrid-Barcelona has learned that Ivan Perisic is leaning toward renewing, unable to decline an offer of this kind. The Croatian has even already made direct contact with Hansi Flick, notifying him: "I'll play at PSV". He has thanked him for his interest, but has made it clear that, at his age, it's too good an offer and he can't keep waiting much longer for Barça.
Perisic: A man Hansi Flick trusts
Ivan Perisic and Hansi Flick share a professional relationship marked by success and mutual trust. The current coach of FC Barcelonahad the Croatian winger under his orders during his time at Bayern, specifically in the unforgettable 2019-2020 season. It was a historic campaign for the Bavarian side, in which Perisic played a key role in winning the treble: Bundesliga, Champions League, and German Cup.
Perisic more than lived up to Flick's trust. He played 35 official matches, in which he scored 8 goals and provided 10 assists. His commitment, tactical versatility, and experience made him indispensable for the German, who always valued his ability to perform in important moments. The connection between them was immediate, and Perisic was one of the big names of that Bayern that swept through Europe.
Now, with Hansi Flick on Barça's bench, many are speculating about a possible reunion between the two. At 36 years old, Perisic is still in good shape, and his past with Flick makes him a reliable option if the culé coach is looking for experience, commitment, and proven performance in his new blaugrana project. Nevertheless, PSV's offer is too good to turn down...