Thiago expected January return to Barca plunged into doubt

Thiago Alcantara had been expected to return to Barcelona in January and pick up where he left off as part of Hansi Flick’s coaching staff. The former Barca star has remained in touch with the club after returning to England and was spotted in the crowd at the weekend with his brother Rafinha watching the team take on Atletico. Los hermanos Alcántara, espectadores de lujo del #BarçaAtleti .

@Thiago6 & @Rafinha #LALIGAEASPORTS pic.twitter.com/HhGpaKvrjW — LALIGA (@LaLiga) December 21, 2024 However, he may not be heading back to the club in 2025 to work after all, according to a new update from Relevo.



The problem is that Thiago doesn’t have a coaching license and so will not be able to sit on the Barcelona bench. Yet Thiago is still “thinking about” a move back to Barcelona and hasn’t ruled out the possibility of returning in some capacity. One theory is that he could continue his studies next year and then look to join the coaching staff next season when he has the requisite qualifications.

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