Barcelona summer signing duo firmly in Xavi’s plans for next season

As we approach the final phase of the campaign, one can come to the conclusion that almost all of Barcelona’s new signings last summer have been successful.

The one who has stood out, in particular, is Andreas Christensen. The Dane has established himself as a crucial figure at the heart of the club’s four-man backline.

He is one of the most important assets in the defensive department, though the defender is currently injured and has been ruled out of the upcoming Real Madrid tie.

Another player who has impressed lately is Franck Kessie. The midfielder has gone through a major turnaround since the turn of the year and now become a crucial element in the midfield department.

Buoyed by the success of these two individuals, a report from Javi Miguel suggests Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez is now committed to having both Christensen and Kessie as part of his plans for next season.

While Christensen’s future has not been a subject of discussion, Kessie was a major topic during the January transfer window. The midfielder was closely linked with a move away from Barcelona, with Inter Milan among the clubs interested in his services.

Due to the Ivorian’s performances since the turn of the year, Inter Milan have continued to keep an eye on the player. But it appears Barcelona have no desire to offload him anytime soon. The player would continue to be a Barça player next season.

This is hardly surprising as Kessie has played a key role for the Catalans, especially in the absence of the injured Pedri.

His role in the team, in fact, could increase further in this final stretch of the season as Pedri’s return has been delayed while Frenkie de Jong is facing a race against time to be fit before the Real Madrid tie.