Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez pours cold water on the rumours, claiming he could change his mind and stay at the club if the season ends well.
Barcelona's head honcho, Xavi Hernandez, has put the kibosh on the swirling rumours that he might backtrack on his decision to bid adieu to Barcelona when the season wraps up.
Despite the whispers gaining momentum that a successful season end could sway his decision, Xavi remains steadfast in his initial resolution.
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Xavi's Firm Stance Amid Speculation
In a candid chat with the press, Xavi was quick to douse the flames of speculation, asserting, "As of today, nothing has changed. There is no more story than that. It all remains the same and we focus on the next game."
His words leave little room for doubt about his future plans, emphasising a commitment to the present and the challenges that lie immediately ahead for Barcelona.
The Blaugrana's Journey Under Xavi
Xavi hasn't shied away from acknowledging the team's recent upswing, noting the positive vibes and the players' heightened morale. "It’s true we’ve done well recently; I see the team training great every day and the group of players is less tense than in the past. But tomorrow is a whole new story, here at Barcelona you have a challenge every day. The moment of the truth this season is coming, and we feel we have been good over the last weeks," he reflected, per Goal.
In his inaugural full season at the helm, Xavi propelled Barcelona to La Liga glory and clinched the Spanish Super Cup, edging out arch-rivals Real Madrid. However, the current season has been a rollercoaster, with the team stumbling in their quest to defend the Super Cup title and bowing out of the Copa del Rey.
Positioned third in the league, trailing Real Madrid by eight points, Barcelona is gearing up for a crucial clash against Athletic Club on Sunday, with Xavi focused on steering the team through the season's pivotal moments.
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