Barcelona announce Xavi dismissal

Barcelona have announced the dismissal of coach Xavi.

Xavi was due to leave Barcelona at the end of the season, but he reversed his resignation decision last month.

But on Friday morning, Bara announced that the 44-year-old is leaving.

"FC Barcelona club president Joan Laporta has informed Xavi Hernndez that he will not continue as coach in the 2024-25 season," Barcelona announced.

"FC Barcelona would like to thank Xavi for his work as a coach and also for his incredible career as a player and team captain, and wish him all the luck in the world for the future."

Former Germany coach Hansi Flick is expected to be Xavi's successor.