Xavi Admits He Has Never Been Contacted by Barcelona

DBasia.news – The Spanish coach, Xavi Hernandez, was widely rumored to be the Barcelona tactician replacing Ronald Koeman. However, Xavi denied that any Barca representatives contacted him.

Barcelona are in many pages of Xavi’s career as a player. Xavi brought Los Cules to various prestigious titles.

Then, he decided to go to Al Sadd in 2015. At that time, Xavi was already difficult to compete in the Barca midfield. Not surprisingly, playing for a Qatari club before retiring was an attractive option.

Apparently, the path taken at that time became the door for Xavi to pursue a career as a coach. Al Sadd gave Xavi the chance to take charge of the team after hanging up his boots in 2019.

Xavi answered that belief with achievement. So far, he has won six domestic titles.

Listening to the success of the former, Barcelona reportedly glanced back. Xavi became a strong candidate to replace Ronald Koeman.

However, Xavi admitted that he never got a call from Barcelona. In fact, he implied he would gladly accept the offer.

“I am always available in the transfer market. I have coached for two years and have a very good relationship with Joan Laporta,” said Xavi as reported by Marca.

Wishing the Best

However, Xavi was not necessarily hurt. Andres Iniesta’s duet friend hopes that Barcelona are on a winning path with Ronald Koeman.

“He made the decisions. He didn’t give me a chance to talk to him. Barcelona chose to stay with Ronald Koeman and I wish him the best.”

“Whatever the decision, I always imagine it is the best for the club. I always know what Barcelona are doing,” explained Xavi.

“I still care a lot about Barcelona. However, in the last three or four months I haven’t had any contact from anyone in management.”

Now, Ronald Koeman must prove himself worthy of coaching Barcelona. If there are no titles next season, the way to the exit will be wide open.