It has been a busy day at Barcelona, with the club desperately trying to navigate their managerial situation.
For weeks, it had seemed like Xavi would not continue as the coach post-summer after announcing his resignation in advance, despite the club trying their best to convince him to stay.
And just when it seemed like Xavi had finally folded and was ready to continue as the coach, reports started claiming that Barcelona were ready to take their search elsewhere, with the option of hiring Thomas Tuchel and Hansi Flick getting stronger.
That was far from the last bombshell of the day, with Fernando Polo now reporting that Xavi has decided that he will continue as the coach of Barcelona beyond the summer for another season, at least.
His contract with the club lasts until 2025, and the Spaniard is set to fulfill the deal, after which all parties will presumably take a call regarding the future.
Laporta to clear doubts tomorrow
There have been a lot of contrasting reports today, with some even claiming that Barcelona had requested Xavi to fire his brother, Oscar Hernandez, as the assistant coach and let Pep Guardiola’s no. 2, Domenec Torrent take over the gig.
However, now it seems that the dust has finally settled and that Xavi will continue as the head coach of Barcelona without reasonable doubt.
President Joan Laporta will host an official press conference tomorrow with the club’s media to explain the doubts that were risen today and in recent days regarding Xavi’s continuity.
More drama is expected to unfold in the coming weeks, with Xavi also expected to speak about the situation soon, most likely as early as ahead of Barcelona’s Monday clash against Valencia.
