Last updated on .From the section European FootballXavi scored 85 goals in 767 appearances for Barcelona between 1998 and 2015Barcelona manager Xavi says he will step down at the end of the season. The former Barcelona and Spain midfielder took charge in November 2021 after leaving Qatari side Al Sadd. The 2010 World Cup winner said he made the decision following talks with Barcelona president Joan Laporta, vice-president Rafa Yuste, with sporting director Deco. "I think the club needs a change of dynamic," said Xavi. Xavi hopes that by announcing his departure now it will "de-escalate" the situation for the rest of the season, which includes a Champions League last-16 tie against Napoli next month.

Source: Metro January 27, 2024 22:44 UTC