Key Takeaways:
- Victor Font has confirmed that Deco will not remain as Barcelona’s sporting director if he becomes president in next month’s election
- Font expressed strong support for Hansi Flick to continue as coach, pledging to provide an improved working environment
- Font is seeking to rekindle ties with Leo Messi and remove unofficial influence figures like Alejandro Echevarría
Structural Changes for Sporting Leadership
Victor Font, a candidate in the forthcoming Barcelona presidential election, has set out a comprehensive agenda that stands in clear contrast to incumbent Joan Laporta’s approach. In particular, Font revealed his intention to dismiss current sporting director Deco, making it clear that Deco does not figure in his vision for the club’s future management structure.
While Font does not plan to initiate a coaching change, he underscored his dedication to implementing significant reforms in the club’s administration. He asserted that Flick, Barcelona’s current manager, deserves unwavering support and that the German coach will be provided a more favourable environment in which to succeed.
🚨🎙️| Victor Font: "If I become the president, Flick would still be our coach, but Deco won't be the Sporting Director." #fcblive pic.twitter.com/BcNi1H6ZQg
— BarçaTimes (@BarcaTimes) February 6, 2026
Removing Unofficial Influences
Font publicly committed to eliminating the sway of individuals such as Alejandro Echevarría, insisting that those making important decisions must hold official positions within the club.
Messi and Club Reconciliation Projects
The possibility of reuniting with Leo Messi forms an emotionally resonant plank of Font’s campaign. Font disclosed, “I don’t have his number, but I have his family’s. We have a project to rebuild the burned bridges,” as he told RAC1 radio.
Font cautioned, however, against politicising Messi’s name, stating: “I will not mislead the club members by using Messi like Laporta did during his campaign. It seems clear that he will not return as long as Laporta is in charge.”
Xavi’s Support and Disillusionment
Font also reviewed his relationship with legendary former midfielder Xavi Hernández, suggesting Xavi is set to back his candidacy. Font observed that Xavi feels “deeply deceived by people at the club” following how his spell as coach came to an end.
