FC Barcelona is said to have reached an agreement in principle with a replacement for head coach Xavi Hernandez, according to AS. Xavi had previously announced his resignation at the end of the season but later changed his mind in April. However, after making critical remarks about the club’s financial situation, reports now suggest that he may be dismissed soon.
President Joan Laporta and his board reportedly did not appreciate Xavi’s comments, leading to speculation about his future at the club. It is now rumored that former Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick has reached an agreement with Barcelona to take over as head coach next season. Flick is said to have given his approval alongside his agent and Laporta associate Pini Zahavi.
Xavi’s future at the club remains uncertain, with reports suggesting that he may be dismissed as the season comes to a close. Despite having a contract until 2025, it seems that Barcelona may be looking to part ways with the legendary midfielder. The potential arrival of Flick, a highly respected coach who led Bayern Munich to a treble in 2019/2020, could signal a change in direction for the club.
The reported agreement with Flick comes after Sporting Director Deco and Bojan reportedly traveled to London to meet with the German coach. Flick is said to have agreed to a two-year contract with Barcelona, marking Laporta’s fulfillment of a long-standing desire to bring in a manager from the Bundesliga. Laporta is known to be an admirer of the new generation of German managers, such as Jurgen Klopp.
The situation with Xavi is likely to be a delicate one, as the player-turned-coach remains under contract for over a year. It remains to be seen how the club will handle his potential departure and the transition to a new coach. Barcelona’s upcoming trip to Sevilla on Sunday could be a critical moment in the ongoing saga surrounding Xavi’s future at the club.
As the season draws to a close, Barcelona fans will be eagerly awaiting further developments regarding the club’s coaching situation. With the reported agreement in place with Flick, it seems that the Catalan club is gearing up for a new era under the leadership of the former Bayern Munich manager. The coming weeks will likely bring more clarity to the situation and offer insight into the future direction of FC Barcelona.
