Barcelona manager to leave at end of season

The Barcelona manager, Xavi, has announced his decision to resign at the conclusion of the current season.

After departing Qatari club Al Sadd, the ex-Barcelona and Spain midfielder assumed the managerial role in November 2021.

He successfully led the team to the Spanish title during his initial full season in 2022-23. However, their 5-3 home defeat by Villarreal on Saturday has now placed them 10 points behind La Liga frontrunners Real Madrid.

“I think the situation needs to change course,” said the 44-year-old. “I cannot allow the current situation.”

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