Barca's Flick praises Mourinho ahead of Real Madrid clash

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick praised Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho ahead of Sunday’s El Clasico, while confirming that French defender Jules Kounde will miss the match through injury.

Hansi Flick, Barcelona Coach said “I have the highest respect. When you are managing teams on this level for so many years and you always have success, it’s about quality”.

Flick also praised Real Madrid’s attacking strength and described El Clasico as a global football spectacle watched by millions. He said Barcelona would not risk Kounde’s fitness by rushing his return.