Upon his arrival at Barcelona, Hansi Flick came with a clear strategy and strong ambitions. While he acknowledges the team’s shortcomings, he’s also fully aware of the club’s tight financial conditions. In strategic meetings with sporting director Deco and senior officials, Flick made his stance known: if there’s only room for one signing this summer, it must be a winger.
His realistic approach is shaped by the club’s limitations under Financial Fair Play rules and the unresolved €100 million funding deal tied to the VIP box area. With no certainty on a return to the “1:1” spending model, the club must spend wisely—and Flick has identified the winger role as the top priority in his attacking setup.
According to *El Nacional*, the Barcelona coaching staff is particularly interested in Nigerian international Ademola Lookman. He checks all the boxes for Flick: fast, technically skilled, capable of beating defenders in one-on-one situations, and dangerous on the left wing. Lookman’s versatility to operate on either flank is also a major asset, especially given his affordable price tag.
Flick has also downplayed the urgency for defensive reinforcements. He’s confident in the current options: the developing Coparsi, the experienced Iñigo Martínez, and the reliable pair of Koundé and Eric García. Ronald Araújo remains a key figure—unless his situation changes.
With Lamine Yamal cemented on one wing and Raphinha on the other, Flick wants to bring in a third winger who can penetrate defenses, offer rotation, and provide tactical variety—crucial for managing fatigue and injuries over a demanding season.
Flick’s directive to the club’s leadership is firm: if only one player is brought in, it must be a winger. It’s now up to Deco to turn that plan into action.
