Xavi quitte le FC Barcelone en fin de saison.

Xavi quits FC Barcelona at the end of the season

In a surprising turn of events, Xavi has announced that he will be stepping down as the head coach of FC Barcelona at the end of the season. This decision comes after a period of poor results for the team and what Xavi describes as an « untenable » situation.

Speaking at a press conference, the 44-year-old revealed that he had made the decision a few days ago, thinking more about the club than himself. He stated, « I don’t want to be a problem for Barcelona, I want to be a solution, and I believe I can be by leaving in June. »

Xavi’s tenure as coach has not been without success, as he led the team to victory in the league and the Spanish Super Cup in the 2022-23 season. However, this season has seen a decline in performance and an inability to maintain the team’s playing style.

Currently sitting in third place in the league, Barcelona is eight and ten points behind Girona and Real Madrid respectively. The team’s struggles have been highlighted by their recent performances, including a loss in the Copa del Rey to Athletic Bilbao and a defeat against Villarreal. In the latter match, Barcelona conceded three goals in a 5-3 defeat, further emphasizing their defensive weaknesses.

Overall, Barcelona has conceded nine goals in their last two matches and a total of 16 goals in their last five games. This defensive vulnerability has contributed significantly to their recent poor form. As a result, Xavi believes that a change in the team’s dynamic is necessary for them to compete for titles.

Despite his impending departure, Xavi remains optimistic about Barcelona’s chances in the Champions League, where they will face Napoli in the round of 16. He stated that he will give his best until the end of June, with a particular focus on the Champions League. Xavi believes that a successful run in the competition is still within reach and is determined to finish the season on a high note.

It remains to be seen who will take over as the new coach of FC Barcelona. The club will now have to find a suitable replacement to lead the team forward and address the issues that have plagued them this season. One thing is certain – Xavi’s departure marks the end of an era for Barcelona and signals a significant change in the club’s future direction.