Al Sadd News

Barcelona has confirmed that Xavi Hernandez will be the one to succeed Ronald Koeman at the helm after the Spaniard left his position as manager of  Qatari club Al-Sadd. The former Blaugrana player signed a deal with Barcelona through the 2023-24 season and will be in the dugout for their next game.

Barcelona is set to appoint Xavi Hernandez as their new permanent manager following the sacking of Ronald Koeman as Qatari club Al Sadd confirmed the Spaniard's departure from his position as their first team manager. Xavi is set to take over the reins from interim manager Sergi Barjuan.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has revealed that he enjoys a great relationship with Xavi Hernandez and admitted that his opinion of him as a manager is reaffirmed by glowing endorsements from people who know him better. Xavi is the favourite to be the next manager of the Catalan club.

According to ESPN, Xavi Hernandez has reportedly rejected a role to be Brazil’s assistant manager ahead of the 2022 World Cup with him set to reportedly take over from Tite after the World Cup. The Barcelona legend currently coaches Qatari side Al Sadd and has recently signed an extension with them.