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Xavi to step down as Barcelona coach at end of season

Barcelona head coach Xavi has confirmed that he will step down from his role at the end of the season. The manager made the announcement after Saturday’s 5-3 defeat to Villarreal at the Olympic Stadium.

Earlier, Barca suffered a 4-1 loss to Real Madrid in the Spanish Supercopa final and a 4-2 loss against Athletic Club in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals on Wednesday. Thus, pressure has been rising on the Spaniard to deliver the goods.

The Catalan club hasn’t been at its best as they have won only 13 wins in 21 matches and they have a total of 44 points under their belt.

Xavi recently penned a new deal until 2025 but he has now decided to part ways with the club.

“I would like to announce that I will not remain Barça manager beyond the end of this season,” Xavi confirmed in a news conference.

“I had decided to leave a few days ago, but I think now is the right time to announce it to help reduce the tension that exists around the club. A change of dynamic is needed.

“So, as a Barça fan, thinking of the club’s best interests, and of the players, I think it’s the right decision. No one is bigger than the club and I am a supporter above all. I love this club.”

The former midfielder vowed to give his absolute best to the club in the last phase of his stint.

“I will give even more in these remaining months,” he added. “I still think we can turn things around and have a good season. I think we can fight for LaLiga, even being 10 points back.

“I think this announcement can liberate the players and help reduce the tension around the club. They don’t deserve any of it — they are a great group. In a certain way it has liberated me, too.

“I don’t want to be a problem for the club, I want to be a solution. I was a solution two years ago when I was appointed, but now, thinking with my heart and thinking about the club, it’s best that I leave in the summer.”

Barcelona will next face Osasuna on 31st January in the La Liga.

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