One of the legends and Coach of club Barcelona decided to quit as the coach of the club at the end of the season on 30 June. Xavi took over as Barcelona’s coach in November 2021.
The decision came after the defeat against Villarreal. In post-game press conference Xavi announced that he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season.
Barcelona in current situation stands third in LaLiga points table with 54 points. In press conference Xavi announced that
The Official statement at the Barcelona post-match conference.
I would like to announce that on June 30th, I will not continue as the coach of Barça.
It’s a decision…
We have been talking now with the president, with Rafa Yuste, with Alejandro Echevarria, with Deco, and with part of the Board.
the situation deserves a change of course, and as a Barça fan, I cannot allow this situation.
it’s time to announce it publicly.
I had already decided this a few days ago, but I think it’s the moment, considering how the circumstances have unfolded.
I believe the club needs a change in dynamics and especially as a fan.
Thinking about the club, about the well-being of the players too, thinking about them, I think they will also be relieved,
they will be more calm, I think we play with too much tension for the good of the Board, the club, as a fan.
Thinking as a clubman, I think it’s best to leave on June 30th.
I will give my all these remaining four months.
And believe we can still have a very good season, despite the team and club’s situation.
I think all of this will help change the dynamics.
That’s the message I would like to convey.
Especially with the tranquility of making this decision.
I think it’s common sense, to think what’s best for the club.
On June 30th, I will not continue as the coach of Barça.
I think this relaxes the overall situation.
feel the maximum responsibility.
I think things have worked very well until today.
I think it’s time to appreciate our work.
A very good job has been done.
I think it has to last until June 30th.
I think this will free the players.
It will relax the overall situation of the club.
I have thought about the club.
I feel good.
But I have had it for days.
The decision has been made for days.
It’s a situation of common sense.
I don’t want to be a burden at all.
and want to be a solution.
I was here two years and three months ago.
But I think now it’s the solution.
We have common sense and we make the decision from the heart.
I want the best for this club.
And believe the best is to leave on June 30th.
I insist.
I will continue until June 30th.
We have agreed with the president.
I want to thank the president for his trust.
We have a president who is incredible.
Brave, moving forward.
Rafa, Alejandro, Deco… they’re all very qualified.
All of this will relax the overall situation of the club.
That’s what I feel.
I have no qualms about saying it. I’m a fan, and I want the best for Barça.
via Barcelona vs Villareal post-match press conference
This decision may outcome of combination of factors, including a lack of respect,
Mental fatigue, and the need for a change in the team’s dynamic and situation.
He expressed that the pressure and lack of appreciation for his work had taken a toll on his mental health and morale, making it unsustainable for him to continue as the coach.
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