Xavi has admitted he expects inquiries to be requested about his future at Barcelona however has backed himself to show issues round.
Barcelona, who’ve fallen eight factors behind within the La Liga title race, have been humbled 4-1 by Real Madrid within the Supercopa de Espana ultimate – a very poor end in a season which has been stuffed with underwhelming performances.
After the sport, Xavi acknowledged the rising strain on his shoulders however insisted he stays the most effective supervisor for the undertaking.
“I am prepared [for the questions],” he mentioned. “I have no problems. I think we are capable of reversing the situation. I am strong and I am calm. It is a step back in the project but things continue. There will be a lot of criticism and it is deserved.
“We have proven our worst aspect and it’s a misplaced title. We should self-criticise however I nonetheless consider within the undertaking.
“We have won titles and we have done it with me as a coach. Last year, we won titles. We have to apologise [for this defeat] but there are reasons. A year ago, we had reasons to say it was a new era. We have to hold on, we have to reset and fight for the three remaining titles.”
Sporting director Deco supplied his help to Xavi and pressured that his future on the membership is just not beneath query.
“The question doesn’t make sense,” he mentioned. “It’s a ultimate. It’s not the time to speak about Xavi’s future.
“He has the boldness of the president, the sports activities administration group… It’s a tricky defeat that must be mentioned, nevertheless it does not change something.”
Xavi remains under contract at Barcelona until the end of next season, but the club do have the option to extend by a further 12 months.
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