
Thiago Alcântara, the former Spanish international, has transitioned from player to coach as he joins Hansi Flick's coaching staff at Barcelona. The 33-year-old will play a crucial role in assisting Flick in familiarizing himself with the intricacies of the club. Having spent his formative years at La Masia, Barcelona's renowned youth academy, Thiago went on to make 101 appearances for the first team before moving to Bayern Munich in 2013.
Thiago's reunion with Flick comes after their successful stint together at Bayern Munich, where they achieved a treble in 2020. Despite facing injury setbacks during his time at Liverpool, Thiago's wealth of experience and knowledge of both the club and Flick make him a valuable addition to the coaching staff.