It is a dream to be able to return to Barcelona as a coach: Xavi
Xavi is currently contracted with Qatari club Al-Sadd.
Xavi is currently contracted with Qatari club Al-Sadd.
In his last game for the club, Valverde saw his men losing 3-2 to Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semifinal on Thursday.
Xavi accepted that he has been meeting with the technical secretary of FC Barcelona but said that at the moment he is focused on his job in Qatar.
The loan deal has been confirmed on Barcelona's official website on Saturday. The deal reportedly does not include an option to buy him permanently.
Talking about Barcelona, they end 2019 as the leaders of La Liga with 39 points from 18 matches. Valverde's men maintain a two-point gap with second-toppers of the table Real Madrid.
The City star explained how the talent and consistency of Messi sets him apart from the rest and no one even comes close to him.
There are widespread speculations that Rakitic will part ways from the club either during the forthcoming January transfer window or during the summer transfer window.
The 31-year-old Argentine gave his side the lead only in the 3rd minute of the game with a first-time finish to become the first player to score in the Champions League for 15 consecutive seasons.
It is worth highlighting that the Croatian seems to be no longer needed in the Barcelona dugout under manager Ernesto Valverde.
Griezmann also reiterated that he has a duty to involve himself in the coach's strategy and plans.
