Flick makes his choice: Szczęsny to become Barcelona's first-choice goalkeeper
Lars Foster
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
Since joining Barcelona, Wojciech Szczęsny had been second to Iñaki Peña for much of his tenure. It wasn’t until late 2024 that the Polish goalkeeper made his debut under Hansi Flick, leaving a strong impression on the German coach.
Details: According to AS, Barcelona’s coaching staff engaged in discussions about who should be the team’s first-choice goalkeeper. Goalkeeping coach José Ramón de la Fuente reportedly advised Flick to stick with Peña.
However, Flick has decided to back Szczęsny, ending the goalkeeper rotation at Barcelona. The 34-year-old Pole will now take the role of the Blaugrana’s primary shot-stopper.
Reminder: Previously, Flick refrained from making a definitive public statement, saying his selections would depend on the competition.
