Barcelona fast-tracking Xavi’s appointment as negotiations continue to move positively

FC Barcelona’s past day has been centred around one man: Xavi Hernandez.

Since the club sacked their manager Ronald Koeman, Joan Laporta has seen it ideal for the legendary midfielder to take over at Camp Nou. Xavi has publicly stated his desire to coach Barcelona and bring them back to their former glory innumerable times.

Though the Spaniard has been linked with the job in the past too, there were fears that he was not experienced enough. However, the board is now convinced that it is his moment to take over, and all efforts are being directed to seal his arrival.

Yesterday, a contingent from Barcelona flew to Qatar to negotiate his return with Al Sadd. Oscar Grau and Rafael Yuste made the long trip to bring back the Catalan. However, Al Sadd released an official statement saying they would not let Xavi leave.

The latest development on this has been reported by BeIN Sports (h/t FCB World). The outlet says that Barcelona’s negotiations with Al Sadd’s administration regarding Xavi are going very positively.

Moreover, they also report that the Catalans are planning on announcing the appointment as early as tomorrow.

Xavi’s return is expected to be the factor that motivates the team to bring out its best. The players will be inspired by the aura of the club icon, and it could help the club shine bright.

He could take up duties on the sidelines after the International break when Barcelona take on Espanyol in the Catalan Derby. Indeed, it would be a poetic occasion to mark the Catalan’s return to his home.