Xavi changes his mind and stays at Barcelona: “Everything has changed”

After guaranteeing that he would leave at the end of the season, Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández changes his mind and explains why

After months of guaranteeing that he would leave his position at the end of the current season, Xavi Hernandez confirmed that he will continue as coach of the Barcelonaat least until the middle of 2025. This deadline is that of the contract that was already signed previously and the club’s idol would fail to comply, thinking about some reasons that were repeated by him in an interview this Thursday, 25th.

It was not a simple or easy decision. In January, I believed it was best for the club, but circumstances changed and now I think continuity is best. I think the project is not finished, that we can make it a winning project. From three months ago until now, everything has changed. It wasn’t a question of ego or money, it was a question of the club“, stated Xavi.

Last Wednesday, the 24th, the team commander met with the top management of the Catalan club, as well as the president, Joan Laportain addition to the vice, Rafa Yusteand the football coordinator, Deco. At the same press conference, Xavi assured that he felt the confidence of the three that he could continue doing a good job.

I had all the trust of the president, the board, the sporting director… The trust of the players, who believe that the project should continue, was also very important for this decision. The fans also make me see that I must continue. These are the reasons for the change of decision, the change of direction“, he added.

Xavi in ​​action for Barcelona – Getty Images

It’s worth remembering that, although Xavi has been excited over the last few months, Barcelona are no longer directly fighting for titles this season. This is because they are eliminated from the Copa del Rey and the Champions League, and are 11 points behind the leader of the Spanish Championship, the Real Madrid.


Source: sportbuzz

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