Flick's golden touch: Barcelona debate over the German's biggest success story

Hansi Flick has had a transformative impact at Barcelona since taking over as first-team coach and replacing Xavi Hernandez in the Camp Nou hotseat in 2024. Under the German, the Blaugrana have won two La Liga titles, the Copa del Rey and two Spanish Super Cup crowns — and are playing arguably the most exciting attacking football in the world right now.

Wondering what Flick has done to several stars

Beyond the trophy haul, Flick has worked wonders with several members of his squad, with the likes of Eric Garcia, Raphinha and Gerard Martin absolutely thriving under the new boss. Each has either been reborn in new roles or taken their game to a level few expected when the campaign began.

Former Barcelona player and coach Lluis Carreras is unequivocal about the scale of Flick's influence, insisting that virtually the whole dressing room has been elevated under the German's stewardship:

“There are several aspects and one is very important. And it is that Hansi Flick, in the three years he has been here, has improved 99 percent of the players. Perhaps the only asterisk would be Balde's.

Carreras' assessment leaves only one name — Balde — as a possible exception in a squad where almost everyone has visibly progressed. That makes the question all the more intriguing: who has been the single biggest improver?

Time for fans to have their say

So today's Barca Blaugranes Question of the Day is: Which Barcelona player do you think has improved the most under Hansi Flick? Raphinha's reinvented attacking output, Eric Garcia's re-emergence and Gerard Martin's rise are all compelling cases — but supporters are invited to share their thoughts, opinions and answers in the comments below.