Barcelona veteran’s renewal seems likely after terrific display vs Almeria, Xavi a big supporter

With their backs pressed against the walls and pressure mounting on the team like never before, Barcelona needed a positive result against Almeria to close the first half of the season on a high note.

Dropping any more points would have threatened the Catalans’ desire to retain La Liga after winning it last season.

But despite the overwhelming number of absentees and difficulties Barça found on the pitch, an unlikely hero arose from the squad: Sergi Roberto.

Stepping up to the plate, Roberto scored a brace, including a late winner that solidified the victory as he helped his side live to fight another day.

Roberto’s brace strengthens his case for a renewal

Indeed, according to AS, Roberto’s continuity has so far been a delicate topic, but after his two goals against Almeria, everything may change.

He took responsibility as captain and scored two crucial goals, with three goals in his last two league games.

And Xavi Hernandez has been a massive advocate for Roberto in public, giving him his roses and acknowledging his presence behind closed doors as well as his humility to accept a secondary role on low wages.

As per the information, the coach is one of the Spaniard’s biggest supporters in the locker room, and his continuation could be directly linked with Roberto’s.

In the event Xavi remains at the helm next campaign, Roberto’s extension will likely be guaranteed, as he is currently on track to become a free agent next summer.

Even so, reports previously have made the case that Roberto will only stay put if he believes he can continue to contribute, which is what he is doing at the moment, and that he will go gracefully if he starts to show noticeable signs of decline.

Time will tell where his future ends up, but for now, he has the coach’s backing, especially if he continues to perform at this level.