Manchester United wanted Xavi

Published: April 27, 2024

By: Manu Tournoux

It’s now official, Xavi will still be working at FC Barcelona next season, even though he indicated at the start of the year that he would leave the Catalan ship. This news had the effect of a bomb, and the outcome of the case was expected in England, more precisely at Manchester United.

Indeed, Relevo indicates that the leaders of the English club wanted to make Xavi the successor to Erik ten Hag. Even if the Dutch coach is under contract until 2025 with the Red Devils, there is no doubt that the checkered results will get the better of him. A path to rule out for MU therefore.

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Manu Tournoux

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