Xavi Eyes New Role After Barcelona Departure

Xavi Hernandez, the former Barcelona manager, has expressed interest in managing another La Liga club or a national team after his tumultuous tenure at Barcelona ended with his dismissal in 2024. Despite winning La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup in 2022-23, he was let go after the team underperformed in the following season, finishing behind Real Madrid. Xavi cited personnel changes, like the departure of directors Mateu Alemany and Jordi Cruyff, as factors that affected the club's performance. He acknowledged tactical errors, such as his decision to deploy three attacking midfielders, and admitted to letting emotions influence his decisions at times. Xavi is now seeking an 'exciting project' with ambitions to win prestigious tournaments like the Champions League and World Cup. Following his departure, Hansi Flick took over Barcelona, leading the team to top the La Liga table and reach the Champions League knockout stages with a revitalized squad.