Barcelona confirmed a few hours before the Clasico against Real Madrid on Sunday that the father of coach Hansi Flick has died.
"FC Barcelona and the entire blaugrana family wish to send all our love to Hansi Flick after the passing of his father. We share in your sorrow and our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time," the club wrote on X.
According to media reports, Flick shared the news with the squad and coaching staff in the early morning. The coach is still expected to be on the sidelines for the game later.
Barcelona need only a draw against their biggest rivals to clinch the La Liga title.
