Marc-André ter Stegen is ready to begin another season as Barcelona’s goalkeeper and will be coached by a familiar face in Hansi Flick, who was Ter Stegen’s German national manager for nearly two years after Flick left Bayern Munich.
And Barça’s starting shot-stopper knows exactly how his coach wants his teammates to play. Speaking to the media this week Ter Stegen was asked about Flick’s style and philosophy, and he gave a detailed answer about Hansi’s focus on physicality, preparation and quick, incisive attacks.
“There’s a lot of intensity; the physical part is very important and we’re working hard to be prepared for the entire season.