The German coach of Barcelona, Hansi Flick, referred this Saturday to the departure of Robert Lewandowski from the Barça club after four seasons. The Polish forward announced his farewell yesterday through an emotional message on Instagram where he confirmed that he will not continue with the Catalan team.
“The conversation went well. He spoke with the team and said goodbye. It was a great stage”declared Flick in a press conference prior to the match against Betis next Sunday, May 17.
The coach highlighted the successful professional relationship he had with the Polish attacker. “I have told him that I have won all the titles with him. There have been nine titles. It is a privilege to have worked with him, he is a great professional.”he stated.
Flick emphasized that Lewandowski’s decision to change scene benefits both parties.s. “Now he wants to change, he wants to move. Let him leave andIt’s good for him and for the club. “He is a great person and a great player.”he pointed out.
Farewell at the Camp Nou
The coach confirmed that the Pole will start tomorrow Sunday against Betis at the Spotify Camp Nou, his last home game with Barcelona. “He deserves a good farewell. He will start, he deserves it,” Indian.
The German also valued the forward’s legacy: “He is a great example to follow. He gives everything. It has been a privilege to work with him and see how he strives. He has always been there, in the tough moments.”
Regarding the replacement of the scorer, Flick was calm. “We have time to cover his loss. We will look at the market. It is clear that it is not easy to find someone of Robert’s level, but we must renew the structure,” he concluded. Lewandowski ends his Barça stage with three LaLiga titles, one Copa del Rey and three Spanish Super Cups under his belt, leaving an indelible mark on the recent history of the Catalan club.