He told me that he wanted to depart at the season’s end, and I accepted this plan because he is Xavi and a legend of the club. This message came from a corporate broadcast through Barça’s channels. The leader shared this while speaking with the coach at the sports city of Sant Joan Despí, and the coach communicated the decision to the players, who had already been informed since Saturday night.
Barça’s president explained, I accept it because he offered it and because he is a person who loves Barça. I accept because his commitment is at the maximum level. If another coach had been offered, I would not have accepted it. He proposed this to me, he is an honest person, and he is acting with real integrity, the leader repeated.
President’s statements were shared publicly with the message from Barça’s official channels.
Laporta added, The league is difficult, but not lost. We must fight to stay competitive, aiming for the best possible results without ignoring the chance to win. We cannot fail to reach positions that allow participation in the next league season.
Xavi announced his farewell from Barça: I’m leaving on June 30, it’s for the best
Maximum demands from players
Barça must finish among the top four in the league to protect its sporting prestige and financial health. We must strive to win the Champions League. The plan is to advance step by step with resolve, more character, and clear focus, alongside a coach who will give his all and players who are determined. Achieving the goals set for the season is within reach.
The club is under institutional control. It is a fact that things do not go as planned in the sporting sense.
Laporta emphasized a desire for unity across all levels of the club, noting the need for progress as a team. He pointed out that the club remains controlled in its institutional matters, and that the sporting results have not yet met expectations. He recalled successes in the League and the Super Cup and stressed that stability at the top matters as much as success on the field.
With an improved squad, expectations were higher but have not yet been met
The chairman described a disappointing start to the season, criticizing the coaching management for not extracting maximum value from each player. He suggested that a strengthened lineup is needed to turn things around and meet the club’s ambitious goals.
I want help from citizens
Speaking directly to Barça fans, Laporta urged optimism and resilience. We must turn this situation around, he said, and he also addressed the players directly. The path ahead may be challenging, especially if the season does not end on a favorable note. He thanked the fans for their loyalty and reiterated that the club would stay the course, whether that means finishing the season strong or returning to larger venues like Camp Nou if needed. Everything is in motion as planned.
Characters who played key roles in Xavi’s belated farewell
Laporta thanked him for the effort to scale new heights, noting a strong start against Villarreal and acknowledging the fans’ ongoing support. He urged continued encouragement from the supporters, believing that with their help the team can still turn the season around.