Ivan Perisic is set to join Barcelona on a free transfer, with Hansi Flick eager to reunite with the Croatian winger following his PSV exit.
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Perisic could join Barcelona as a free agentFlick pushing for reunion with Croatian wingerVeteran seen as versatile squad optionFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
According to , Perisic is expected to become one of Barcelona’s first summer signings. After a standout season with PSV, where he scored 16 goals and provided 11 assists, the veteran winger departed the Dutch club as a free agent and has reportedly attracted interest from Flick and the Barca board.
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The German manager, who coached Perisic during Bayern Munich’s treble-winning 2019-20 season, is reportedly pushing for the reunion. He values Perisic's experience and versatility, seeing him as a low-cost but high-impact addition to bolster a squad in transition. Sporting director Deco is reportedly keen to get the Croatian on board. Perisic is said to be enthusiastic about the move, viewing La Liga as a perfect stage for what could be his final chapter at the top level.
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Perisic won the Champions League in 2020 under Flick at Bayern, playing a key role in their treble-winning campaign. On the international stage, he has enjoyed a prosperous career with Croatia, finishing as a runner-up at the 2018 World Cup, securing third place in 2022 and reaching the final of the 2023 Nations League.
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Perisic featured for Croatia in their recent 2026 World Cup qualifiers, scoring in the 68th minute during a dominant 5-1 win over Czech Republic on Tuesday. With his national team duties now over, the veteran winger is expected to turn his focus to finding a new club. Barcelona, who are actively reshaping their squad in the transfer market, are hopeful of finalising the deal in the coming days, with the 36-year-old likely to reunite with Flick.