Xavi Hernández's Era as Barça's Coach Wasn't as Successful as Many Expected. Although he arrived on the bench with the promise of restoring the essence of possession and dominance play, his tenure at the club was filled with shadows and ups and downs.
Barça's economic difficulties, the lack of stability in the squad, and fierce competition both in La Liga and in Europe prevented his project from fully consolidating. In the end, his departure was very bittersweet, marked by the wear and tear and the feeling that he hadn't been able to bring the team to the level that was demanded of him.
However, his legacy wasn't entirely negative. Xavi managed to restore to Barça a competitiveness that had been lost in previous years. The team won La Liga and the Super Cup, defeating Real Madrid in the final with a display of soccer.
Xavi Could Return Next Season
Now, a year after his farewell, Xavi could return to the benches next season. In an interview with France Football, the former Barça coach himself left the door open to new opportunities.
"I don't have anything predetermined, I'm open and looking for an exciting project because I have the ambition to win trophies and this is the main goal. I'll be listening to the different offers", he stated. These statements have sparked rumors about his next destination, as it is evident that his intention is to return to coaching soon.
Since his departure from Barça, Xavi has been analyzing soccer from the outside, but his desire to coach remains intact. His extensive experience as a player and his time on the Barça bench have prepared him to face new challenges, and several clubs have already shown interest in having him.
The European Giant That Wants the Egarense Coach
One of the teams that has shown the most interest in signing Xavi is Juventus of Turin. According to 'El Nacional', the Italian club wants the Spanish coach to lead their project until 2029.
At Juventus, doubts about Thiago Motta have grown in recent months and the management could dispense with him in the summer if they find a replacement of absolute guarantees. That's where Xavi comes into play, as his play style would fit with the renewal idea that the 'Vecchia Signora' has.
He Doesn't Rule Out Coaching in La Liga Either
For Xavi, coaching in Serie A would be an interesting challenge, but it's not his only option. In the same interview with 'France Football', he made it clear that he doesn't rule out even managing a La Liga team, which could open the door to Spanish clubs. In any case, everything points to him returning to the benches in the summer, ready for a new adventure in his still short career as a coach.