Hansi Flick revealed a new contract will extend his time as Barcelona manager through June 2028. The back-to-back La Liga winner confirmed the news at a press conference ahead of facing Alavés in a first match since clinching this season’s championship last weekend. There has been no official communication from the club, but ought only be a matter of time. “I’m very happy, and what we’ve achieved gives me the confidence to continue for another year or two,” Flick explained to the gathered media. “Many coaches would be happy to stay for three or four years, but I think at Barça it’s better to limit it. For now, I have until 2028, and if everything goes well, we’ll extend it. It’s been a good agreement for both parties,” the German boss added. While some coaches value the security of a long-term contract, Flick’s mantra has long been to “take it year by year.” It is the ultimate meritocracy, because if the results and performances flow, a contract extension won’t be far behind.…