Hansi Flick is actively intervening in Barça's squad planning for the next season. Both Laporta and Deco highly value the opinion of the coach who has returned the club to the elite of Europe...even if it means saying goodbye to a goal that was a priority. Indeed, we are talking about Nico Williams, who less than a year ago was really close to wearing the blaugrana jersey, and who has now been ruled out.
Hansi Flick Rules Out Nico Williams
Including taxes, the clause of Nico Williams rises to 62 million euros. After the successes being achieved this season, paying it wouldn't be a problem, although Hansi Flick has other priorities. The German has requested another footballer "who is much more tempting to him", according to El Nacional.
In this regard, Flick believes that the wings are well covered for the next season and another type of footballer is more necessary. Despite this, it seems that the name he has proposed will be really difficult to obtain: Jamal Musiala.
Hansi Flick knows Jamal Musiala from his time at Bayern and believes he is the ideal signing for his idea at Barça. He is 22 years old and continues to progress season after season, being a footballer that the German coach likes a lot.
Jamal Musiala: Mission Impossible
Even though Flick is won over with Musiala, his signing for Barça is practically impossible. Recently, he renewed his contract with Bayern until 2030, being secured with a release clause of 175 million euros. With fair play issues at the Catalan club, it seems a fantasy to carry out an operation of this type and difficulty.
Bayern has no intention of parting with one of its greatest gems, and his renewal is proof of that. Although his talent would fit perfectly with Barça's play style, the current conditions make any attempt for his signing more of a wish than a reality.
However, looking to the future, there is an open door that would make this signing possible. In Jamal Musiala's contract, his clause will decrease when it is about to end. In 2029, this will drop to 100 million euros, making it more feasible to fulfill Hansi Flick's desire at FC Barcelona.