Former Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Barcelona midfielder Thiago Alcantara announced his retirement this week, and has been heavily linked with a return to his first club in a coaching role. On Wednesday morning, he was spotted at the club’s facilities, as the squad undergo their medical tests before getting to work with new manager Hansi Flick on Thursday.
Flick spoke with Thiago about joining his staff on Monday, as a link between the players and the coaches, having retired at just 33 due to a hip injury. Despite a report on Tuesday claiming he was not convinced by taking on the role permanently, albeit he was willing to help out at points, he has been seen arriving at Barcelona’s facilities, as reported by Jijantes.
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What that means is so far a subject of speculation, but clearly he has something to discuss with Blaugrana. Thiago came through La Masia, and would be well-versed not only in the club’s methods and culture, but also the politics. However he also speaks German, after eight years at Bayern, and spent time with Flick there.
