The case for cautious optimism this season at Barcelona

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Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty ImagesWinning is the best medicine for worried Barcelona supporters who spent the summer watching their great rival, who just won La Liga and the Champions League, get even stronger.

Just a few months ago, we saw the shocking sacking of Xavi at the end of season that left the club looking dysfunctional and without a clear direction for the future.

In came Hansi Flick.

On paper, this looked like the right move. But the decision was made three months too late. Now the highly-decorated German manager would arrive amidst drama and distractions.

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