Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has paid an emotional tribute to the club's late first-team doctor, Carles Minarro Garcia, following the team's LaLiga title triumph on Thursday.

The Catalan giants secured the Spanish league championship with a 2-0 victory over city rivals Espanyol, completing a remarkable treble this season after already winning the Spanish Super Cup and Copa del Rey.

Dr. Garcia tragically passed away in March, just hours before Barcelona's LaLiga fixture against Osasuna. His sudden death sent shockwaves through the club and the Spanish football community.

Speaking at his post-match interview, Flick offered heartfelt words about the late doctor: "He's looking down on us from above, and I'm sure he is very proud," the German manager said. "We haven't forgotten him. He was a big part of our team and will always have a place in our hearts."

The title victory marks a successful first season for Flick at Barcelona after taking over from Xavi Hernandez. Young star Lamine Yamal has been instrumental in the campaign, with reports indicating he has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo's title record and publicly thanked former manager Xavi following the championship win.

Barcelona legend Lionel Messi also reportedly reacted to his former club's triumph over rivals Real Madrid in the title race, though details of his response were not specified.

The championship represents Barcelona's first LaLiga title since the 2022-2023 season and completes a remarkable domestic treble under Flick's guidance.