Inside Xavi's bizarre Barcelona U-turn

Published: May 1, 2024, 2:52 p.m.

b'Back in January, Xavi announced he would be stepping down as Barcelona boss at the end of the season, citing the role as a \\u201ccruel job\\u201d that \\u201cwears you down\\u201d.\\n\\nBut last week, he and Barca changed their minds - yet another twist in a rollercoaster season for the Catalans.\\n\\nSo, why did Barca perform a dramatic U-turn on Xavi\\u2019s future?\\xa0\\n\\nHow strong is his position now?\\n\\nAnd can Xavi be backed in this summer\\u2019s transfer market to the level he now expects?\\xa0\\n\\nHost: Ayo Akinwolere\\nWith: Pol Ball\\xfas and Tom\\xe1s Hill L\\xf3pez-Menchero\\nProducer: Mike Stavrou\\nExecutive Producer: Adey Moorhead\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'