Barca vice-president Yuste confirmed Xavi's continuity: "He is very excited"

The news broke on Wednesday afternoon, when the FC Barcelona board of directors met at Joan Laporta's house to discuss Xavi's future at the club. It was 'Mundo Deportivo' who reported that both parties had reached an agreement for the continuity of Xavi, who would serve out his contract until 2025 despite his announcement of his departure back in January.

At around 11.30pm, the various people present left the president's home. The club's vice-president Rafael Yuste spoke to the media and confirmed the news. "Xavi wants to develop his project, which is based on the young players who are rising through the ranks. I'm very happy about his continuity. He is very excited," he said.

He also stressed that it is a unanimous decision: "Deco trusts Xavi 100%. This season I am left with the illusion that we have awakened in the 'Cule' fans. Losing must have consequences, yes, but with nuances. We have competed and we have improved our game", he continued.

In addition, he considered that they had never had talks with any other coach to be Xavi's successor, who was always his first choice. "With Xavi there is friendship and we are very 'Cules'. This project continues, above all, with people from home", he nodded.

In addition, Yuste was also very upset with what happened at the Santiago Bernabeu against Real Madrid: "I am outraged with what happened in Madrid. We don't play by the same rules. I will speak out in Madrid, which is where the events really happened. I don't understand why the referee didn't go to check the VAR".

Finally, the Barcelona vice-president spoke about the possible return to the Camp Nou: "I hope to return in November to the new Camp Nou. We will compete until the end because while there is life there is hope. I want Xavi to be the coach at the new Camp Nou.

"We haven't talked about transfers. It is something that will not depend on Xavi, but on the economic side of the club, on complying with the Financial Fair Play and we are working on it," insisted the sporting vice-president.

 

April 25, 2024