Barcelona sack head coach Xavi with Hansi Flick set to replace him

Published on May 24, 2024

Barcelona have sacked head coach Xavi after three years in the role, with former Bayern Munich and Germany boss Hansi Flick primed to replace him.

The 44-year-old Spaniard will take charge of Barcelona's final game of the season against Sevilla on Sunday before leaving the club.

The decision to sack Xavi comes a month after Barcelona persuaded him to stay on as manager after he initially planned to leave at the end of this campaign.

Xavi's turbulent 2024 with Barcelona

January 27, 2024 – Xavi announces he will walk away from Barcelona, describing the role as “cruel and unpleasant”.
April 24, 2024 – Barcelona announce Xavi has reversed his decision and will take the team into next season.
May 24, 2024 – Xavi is sacked as Barcelona manager

According to Sky in Germany, Barcelona.have reached a verbal agreement with Flick to become coach. The Spanish club say they plan to make an announcement regarding Xavi's replacement over the next few days.

A statement from the Catalan club read: "FC Barcelona wishes to thank Xavi for his work as coach, as well as for his inimitable career as a player and as team captain, and wishes him every future success in the world."

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