Why Xavi decided to reverse course and stay at Barcelona
by ESPN
ESPN— In January, Barca legend Xavi announced he would step down as manager at the end of the 2023-24 season. Just 91 days later, he agreed to stay on. What changed and what does it mean moving forward?
The Independent—Xavi reportedly set to stay as Barcelona boss after reversing decision to leave. In January the 44-year-old announced he would be stepping down this summer.
ESPN—Is there a chance Xavi stays at Barcelona? Don't count it out. Barcelona have had an impressive run of form since Xavi announced he would be leaving, but is there a chance that the club and manager find a way to continue together?
World Soccer Talk—Xavi elects to stay at Barcelona and manage in 2024/25. Spanish manager Xavi is staying at Barcelona for at least one additional season. In doing so, Xavi goes back on his words that he would leave after the current campaign. Barring a near-impossible comeback in LaLiga, the Catalan club will not win any trophies this year. However, the 2022/23 LaLiga champions have seen some positive Spanish manager Xavi is staying at Barcelona for at least one additional season. In doing so, Xavi goes back on his words that he would leave after the current...