Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has expressed his desire to return to management, hinting at a preference for a national team role.
Xavi has been out of work since leaving Barcelona in 2024 but has been linked with various clubs across Europe during that time. The former Barcelona star has been looking to the future, and his next move could be just around the corner.
A national team role would provide Xavi with a better work-life balance, allowing him to spend more time with his young family. "A national team would suit me well on a family level," he told RNE. "A club wouldn't allow me to be with my family as much, as I have young children."
Xavi's desire to manage a national team is also driven by his ambition to participate in major international tournaments. "I'll say it openly, it would suit me," he said. "I'm eager to participate as a coach in a World Cup, a European Championship, an Africa Cup of Nations, an Asian Cup."
The World Cup is set to conclude on Sunday, and there could be a few jobs up for grabs in the coming weeks and months. Several national teams may be looking for a new manager, and Xavi's experience and reputation make him an attractive candidate.
Xavi's managerial career has been marked by success, including his time at Barcelona. He is highly respected in the football world, and his appointment as a national team manager would be seen as a coup for any country.
As the World Cup comes to a close, Xavi's next move will be closely watched by football fans around the world. Will he take the reins of a national team and lead them to glory in a major tournament? Only time will tell.
Source: Yahoo Sports