Thiago has officially announced his retirement after a distinguished 15-year career at the top level, and he is now contemplating his next move after returning to Barcelona for discussions.
At 33, Thiago’s contract with Liverpool expired this summer. Despite speculation about extending his playing career, he confirmed on Monday that he has decided to hang up his boots.
His retirement marks the end of a career filled with trophies, and fans feel a sense of loss as injuries prevented them from seeing more of his brilliance on the field.
Thiago still has much to offer football, and he seems interested in transitioning to a coaching role. Reports from Spain indicate he has recently visited Barcelona to explore a potential coaching position.
According to SPORT, the Catalan club has informed new manager Hansi Flick that Thiago could join his coaching staff, albeit on a “temporary basis.”
Thiago prefers not to commit to a binding contract immediately, opting instead to work with Barcelona on a short-term basis before deciding whether to make the arrangement permanent.
Flick is keen for Thiago to act as a bridge between the squad and the coaching team, valuing his multilingual abilities as a significant asset.
Thiago was seen arriving at the club on Wednesday as players reported for pre-season. It appears he is open to a consultant-like role for now, which is understandable given his recent retirement.
The 33-year-old has the potential to excel in a coaching capacity, and it would have been beneficial if Liverpool could have retained him in such a role.
Thiago’s deep knowledge of Barcelona, where he spent his youth and made 100 senior appearances while winning 10 major trophies over eight years, makes him a valuable asset for the club.
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