I'm not happy' - Flick reacts to new signings' registration issue

The last season La Liga champions have been in the transfer market recruting new signings for the new season.

They have already brought in Marcus Rashford on loan and goalkeeper Joan Garcia, in a bid to defend their La Liga title.

Flick remains confident that the club will register key players, including new signings Joan Garcia and Marcus Rashford, in time for Saturday's La Liga opener against Mallorca, despite ongoing Financial Fair Play complications.

The Spanish champions are still struggling to register players due to La Liga's strict financial regulations, having spent more on new signings and salaries than they have generated in revenue over the past few seasons.

"I'm not happy with the situation. But I have faith in the club," Flick told reporters, during his press conference, as reported by Sportal.

"We have to wait until tomorrow. It was the same situation last season. We'll focus on what we can change and what's in our hands. For everything else, I trust the club."

Barcelona signed goalkeeper Garcia from city rivals Espanyol in June, while Wojciech Szczesny signed a contract extension, but neither player has been registered yet. The club's registration headache has been partially alleviated through dramatic internal maneuvers involving captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

The German goalkeeper initially refused to sign a medical leave protocol during his injury, which would have saved 80% of his salary and helped the club comply with financial regulations. Sidelined for at least three months due to surgery, he was stripped of the captaincy before it was reinstated when he eventually agreed to the deal.

"I think the most important thing is to discuss things. Marc and the club did that. The most important thing for me, for Marc, and for the club is for him to return."

The departure of 34-year-old defender Inigo Martinez to Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr also freed up crucial space on the wage bill, though Flick admitted to mixed feelings about losing the veteran center-back.

"I was a bit surprised, but I totally understand it. I'm not happy that he left; he's a fantastic player and a great person," said Flick.