As Hansi Flick continues to impress at the Camp Nou, his contract is set to expire in 2027, and speculation is growing about who could succeed him. Among the potential candidates, Luis Enrique, who previously led Barcelona to success between 2014 and 2017, stands out. Currently at Paris Saint-Germain, Luis Enrique guided the French side to their first UEFA Champions League title last season and recently extended his deal through 2027.
Despite the renewal, journalist Daniel Riolo suggested Luis Enrique’s ties to Barcelona remain strong. “I’m much more critical of those who idolize him than I am of him personally… He is 100% Barça. He is someone who changes teams constantly,” Riolo stated in an interview with France Bleu.
Luis Enrique himself has often emphasized his contentment in Paris.
“I’m very happy to continue this story with Paris Saint-Germain. I feel very well here. We have everything we need to work under the best conditions. I think the future looks incredible and I hope to have many successes with the club,” he said upon signing his extension.
The potential return to Barcelona carries emotional weight, because the manager has repeatedly expressed his connection to the club. Ahead of a Champions League clash in September, he reflected on facing his former team: “It’s always special and nice to come back to Barcelona. It’s my home,” he told the press. He also praised Flick’s squad: “I love Hansi Flick’s team, I enjoy it because it is in line with FC Barcelona’s footballing ideals. They aren’t ponderous, they attack, press, and play a very high line. I always watch because I am a member and I will be a culer forever.”
Barcelona supporters are unlikely to forget Enrique’s achievements, both as a player and a coach. At PSG, he has collected nine of the 11 trophies available over two seasons, including his second treble in his personal count, and recently received the 2025 Johan Cruyff Trophy as coach of the year at the Ballon d’Or gala. Yet, his professional success has come with personal sacrifices. Reflecting on a previous quarterfinal clash between PSG and Barcelona, he admitted: “Those were two brutal weeks. For the family too … well everyone, naturally. Really hard, emotionally. We were burned out. I’m in pieces.”
Will this connection between club and manager lead to a homecoming, or will Luis Enrique stay in France?
