Hansi Flick has admitted that managing Barcelona’s star-studded squad is becoming an emotional challenge despite the club’s flawless start to the La Liga campaign. The German head coach watched his side navigate a difficult encounter to secure another three points, yet he confessed that leaving high-profile names on the bench is the most taxing part of his job at the Camp Nou.

Hansi Flick has confessed that Barcelona were far from their best during a testing encounter at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan, requiring a moment of individual brilliance to secure all three points. Despite the club's high-scoring reputation this season, the German coach reminded observers that grind-out victories are just as essential for a title charge.

Hansi Flick could not hide his admiration for Raphinha after the Brazilian forward produced another masterclass to guide Barcelona to a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Sevilla. The Blaugrana boss described his captain's current form as "spectacular" on a night where the club confirmed a major milestone regarding the player's long-term future at the Camp Nou.