Barcelona sporting director rules out January signings - 'Don't think it's necessary' | Barca Universal

"Deco, the club's director of football, delivered a firm message of support for Hansi Flick. The Portuguese executive made it clear that there should be no debate about Flick's philosophy or tactical identity, insisting that the club is fully united behind him. Speaking during the event, Deco stressed the importance of recovering key injured players, arguing that the team's best performances this season came when they were near full strength."

""If we are doing well and there are no surprises, I don't think it's necessary," he added. "We know exactly where we can improve and the difficulties we face. Last season we also went through some difficult moments and we were able to overcome them," he said. Despite a recent Champions League draw against Club Brugge and a five-point gap behind Real Madrid in La Liga, Deco maintained a calm and confident tone."

""When we lower the intensity, we suffer. We need to have the best players. "There are no excuses, but when you can't make changes because of injuries and they affect our midfield. There are things to improve even when we win." He also pointed out that second seasons are always complex, but praised Flick's bold approach and reminded everyone that doubt serves no purpose at this stage. "I really liked what Frenkie (De Jong) said. What we did last year was spectacular, but we have to look ahead. If we start comparing, we're making a mistake." Deco concluded by reaffirming his total trust in Flick'"

An open-door training session saw Deco firmly back Hansi Flick and assert club unity behind Flick's philosophy and tactical identity. Deco emphasized the need to recover injured players, noting the team performed best against Valencia, Getafe and Newcastle when closer to full strength. He ruled out urgent January reinforcements unless circumstances change, saying the club knows where to improve and can overcome difficulties. Deco acknowledged a Champions League draw with Club Brugge and a five-point La Liga gap, warned about drops in intensity and injury limits in midfield, praised Flick's bold approach and reaffirmed full trust.

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