Who will replace Xavi at Barcelona? Nine contenders for the job
- Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has announced that he will step down at the end of the season, leaving the club in search of a new manager.
- Among the contenders for the job is Thiago Motta, a former Barcelona midfielder who has impressed as a coach at Bologna.
- Another option is Hansi Flick, the former Bayern Munich manager who is highly regarded despite his unsuccessful stint with the German national team.
- Mikel Arteta, currently at Arsenal, is also in the running, having made the Gunners title contenders again and sharing coaching qualities with Pep Guardiola.
- Jose Mourinho, a free agent after leaving Roma, could be a controversial choice due to his history with Real Madrid and accusations of promoting hatred between the two clubs.
- Roberto De Zerbi, who has transformed Brighton into a top-six Premier League side, is the bookies’ favorite and would bring an entertaining, attacking style of play to Barcelona.
- Michel, the manager of Girona, has impressed with his team’s attacking prowess and could be an option, although his ties to the City Football Group may complicate a deal.
