Xavi Hernández's Future Takes an Unexpected Turn After Leaving FC Barcelona. Although the Terrassa coach had expressed his intention to take some time before returning to the sidelines, an irresistible offer has convinced him to return sooner than expected.
Since leaving the blaugrana club, the coach has been linked with several European leagues, and now his destination has been confirmed. His new club is a historic European soccer team going through a sporting crisis and looking to rebuild with a coach of his profile. Additionally, Xavi already has in mind a series of reinforcements that could come directly from Barça.
A Club in Crisis That Trusts Xavi
The team that has bet on Xavi is not experiencing its best moment. After a season marked by instability, the management has decided to make a radical change on the bench, and the former Barça coach is the chosen one to lead the new project.
The club has been left out of the fight for national and European titles, which has created an atmosphere of frustration among the fans. The lack of identity in the game has been one of the main criticisms of the team in recent years. That's why they have bet on a coach who promotes an offensive and ball-control style, like the one Xavi implemented at Barça.
The Signings Xavi Wants in His New Team
Xavi will not arrive alone at his new destination. The coach has a clear list of objectives to strengthen the squad and compete for titles as soon as possible. On that list are several players from LaLiga and, especially, some names from FC Barcelona who have been key in his Barça project.
- Martín Zubimendi: Xavi already tried to sign him when he was managing Barça, and now he could be his first request. The Real Sociedad midfielder is one of the best in his position and would fit perfectly into his system.
- Fermín López: The young blaugrana midfielder has been one of the revelations of the season, and his intensity and arrival in the area have caught the coach's attention. Xavi considers that he could be a key piece in his new team.
- Álex Baena: The Villarreal player is also on the list of reinforcements. His ability to associate and creativity in the midfield fit with the play style that Xavi wants to implement.
The coach has also requested to strengthen the forward line, although it has not yet been revealed which names are on the table. However, it is known that his intention is to have young and dynamic players who can execute his play style with precision.
The Team That Has Signed Xavi
The club that has finally convinced Xavi to return to the sidelines is Juventus of Turin.
The Italian team is going through one of its worst seasons in recent years. After poor results with Thiago Motta in charge, the management has decided to bet on a change of direction, and Xavi is the chosen one to lead the project.
Juve seeks to regain its identity and return to competing for national and international titles. They consider that the former Barça coach is the ideal man for this. Now, Xavi will have to decide if he can convince some of his former players to join him in his adventure in Serie A.