Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, has revealed that despite his hopes to retain Xavi as the club’s manager for the next season, the coach insists on leaving his position in June. In a statement to MD, Laporta expressed his desire to keep Xavi at the helm but acknowledged that the decision ultimately lies with the manager himself.
Xavi’s Tenure at Barcelona
Xavi, currently serving as the manager of Barcelona, has been at the forefront of the club’s strategic and tactical decisions. His role involves overseeing the team’s performance, developing game strategies, and nurturing talent within the squad. Under his guidance, Barcelona has seen a mix of highs and lows, with his leadership style and football philosophy significantly influencing the team’s play.
Laporta’s Hopes and Xavi’s Decision
Laporta’s comments highlight a sense of uncertainty about Xavi’s future with the club. “Xavi insists on saying he won’t change his mind and he’s gonna leave in June but… we will see,” Laporta told MD, indicating that while the club’s preference is to continue with Xavi, the final decision rests with the manager. Laporta’s statement, “I still hope to keep Xavi next season, but it’s only up to him,” underscores the respect for Xavi’s autonomy in this matter.
As the June deadline approaches, the football world will be closely watching to see if there’s any change in Xavi’s stance or if Barcelona will indeed be searching for a new manager to lead the team into the next season.